Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Fitter / Mechanical Technician

Job Overview

The successful candidate will join a maintenance and engineering team, with a primary focus on the installation, maintenance, and repair of plant and machinery within a manufacturing environment. The role supports safe, efficient, and reliable production through planned and reactive maintenance activities.

• Install, maintain, and repair a wide range of plant and manufacturing machinery, including:
• Form / Fill / Seal equipment
• Canning and packaging machinery
• Associated feed and conveyor systems
• Utilities such as steam generation and distribution, compressed air systems, and safety systems
• Diagnose faults and repair malfunctioning equipment using manuals, schematics, and standard procedures in a safe manner
• Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance to maintain equipment at optimum efficiency
• Perform mechanical maintenance work in compliance with all relevant safety standards and regulations
• Complete machine changeovers and lubrication activities to ensure smooth transitions between product types
• Liaise with shift colleagues to ensure effective handover and continuity of work
• Identify and address performance and efficiency issues in line with production and engineering priorities
• Coordinate with external suppliers and vendors for spare parts and technical support as required
• Comply with all site procedures relating to hygiene, safety, PPE, and working practices
• Complete all required maintenance, quality, hygiene, safety, and spares documentation accurately and on time
• Maintain a clean-as-you-go approach in all work areas
• Carry out maintenance activities across multiple production, packaging, warehouse, utilities, and service areas as required

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a qualified Maintenance Fitter or Mechanical Technician in a manufacturing environment
• Recognised mechanical maintenance or automation qualification (e.g. National Craft Certificate or equivalent)
• Qualifications obtained outside the jurisdiction must be officially verified by the relevant national authority
• Strong interest in preventative maintenance and ability to work on own initiative
• Willingness and flexibility to work across shifts and varying schedules
• Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments is advantageous