Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer 
(Food Manufacturing)
£55,000 + £1,500 Sign-On Bonus + Benefits

Looking for a fresh challenge in a clean, high-spec manufacturing environment? Here’s your chance to join a respected manufacturer that invests in its people and its plant. They’re even offering a £1,500 bonus in your first month’s pay to welcome you on board.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be part of a skilled team keeping production running smoothly, from planned maintenance and fault finding to continuous improvement projects. You’ll work across electrical, mechanical, and automated systems, so every shift offers something different.

An electrical bias would be ideal, but we’re open to strong multi-skilled engineers who can stay calm under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced, clean manufacturing setting.

What you’ll need: 

  • Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
  • Experience in food manufacturing or a clean, high-care environment (essential)
  • Working knowledge of motors, pneumatics, and sensors
  • Familiarity with CMMS systems and safe working practices

What’s in it for you:

  • £55,000 salary plus £1,500 sign-on bonus
  • 4 on 4 off shift pattern, days & nights. Half the year off!
  • Pension, life assurance, and staff shop discounts
  • Ongoing training and career development within a well-run engineering team

Please apply with an up to date copy of your CV. All applications will receive a response. If you would like a conversation to hear more about this position, please call 01733391515 and ask for Sam.

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Job information

  • Job reference: ST/TSC/31639981
  • Location: York
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: FMCG
  • Salary: £55k per year + Bonus & Benefits
  • Published: January 21, 2026
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