Packhouse Engineer

OverviewWe are looking for a skilled and motivated Packhouse Engineer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong engineering and maintenance experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment.As a Packhouse Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of packhouse machinery and equipment. You will help minimise downtime, support production efficiency, and contribute to a safe and productive working environment.The individual will need to be able to work across a Sunday - Thursday shift pattern. Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on packhouse machinery and systems
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise production downtime
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures
• Work closely with production and operations teams to support daily targets

Skills & Experience

• Engineering qualification or relevant technical background
• Experience in a production, manufacturing, food processing, or packhouse environment
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
• Mechanical and electrical maintenance experience
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible approach and willingness to support operational needs
• (Desirable) Experience with conveyor systems, automated machinery, or packaging equipment
• (Desirable) PLC knowledge and troubleshooting experience
• (Desirable) Food industry or fresh produce experience

What We OfferJoin a fast-paced and growing, family-run, fresh produce business where you’ll play a key role within a supportive team environment, with opportunities to develop and progress your engineering career.

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Training and development opportunities
• A varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same
• Supportive team culture and working environment
• Free parking and vegetables!

Pay: £38,000.00-£50,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• Sick pay
• UK visa sponsorship

Work Location: In person