Maintenance Engineer - Production - Crawley

Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 Location: Crawley (Manor Royal) Hours: 42 hours minimum per week, scheduled by shift weekly. Includes a rotational weekend schedule with two other engineers during the peak summer period (May to August). Role OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated and proactive Maintenance Engineer to provide planned engineering, breakdown repair, and maintenance support for our production, packaging, and control equipment. You will ensure a safe, efficient, and hygienic working environment while maintaining site security and upholding strict BRC food safety systems. Key Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled tasks within the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule and utilize in-house reporting systems.
• React quickly to emergency breakdowns, communicate clearly with affected teams, and perform efficient repairs.
• Prioritize health, safety, and hygiene best practices, ensuring full compliance with standards and reporting any hazards.
• Maintain and repair various equipment, including ice packaging machinery (pumps, motors, augers, hydraulics, metal detectors), air compressors, basic plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Handle administrative duties such as maintenance checklists, critical control point (CCP) sheets, purchase orders, and handovers. Requirements & Qualifications
• Good understanding of English for safety and communication purposes.
• Preferred: 18th Edition electrical safety qualification or part qualification.
• Basic IT proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Physical fitness and capability for a fast-paced environment, manual handling, and frequent stair use.
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking capabilities.