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Overview Reference BH-7659 Salary £55,000 - £60,000/annum + depending on experience Job Location - United Kingdom -- England -- East Midlands -- Nottinghamshire -- Nottingham Job Type Permanent Posted 16 June 2025Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer ready to step up and shape how engineering is done in a growing, purpose-led business?We're working with a forward-thinking manufacturer investing in innovation and people as they scale. As Senior Maintenance Engineer, you'll be a key player in keeping production running smoothly while helping to develop the systems, standards, and culture of a modern maintenance function from the ground up.This is a hands-on role with real influence perfect for someone who's as passionate about problem-solving as they are about leading others. A truly multiskilled tinker-er. An SAS standard engineer who has a full toolbox of tricks. Able to diagnose and fault find on the fly while communicating with ops, other engineers and management to provide confidence that all is in hand and the job is in good hands. To be considered for the role, you'll require the following essentials:Proven experience in a senior or lead maintenance role, in food/FMCG manufacturing and familiar with weighing and depositing machinery.Confident with both mechanical and electrical systems (roughly a 60/40 split)Experience working on 3-phase systems, PLC-controlled equipment, VFDs, motors, and sensorsHands-on fabrication skills - welding, repairs, and small-scale buildsHigh standards of safety and a proactive mindset toward improvementCalm under pressure, collaborative, and a natural coach to othersClear communicator with a strong sense of ownershipWithin this position, you'll also be:Taking ownership of both reactive and planned maintenance activitiesDeveloping and optimising the PPM systemDiagnosing and resolving complex mechanical and electrical issues across machineryMentoring junior engineers and setting standards across the teamWorking across conveyors, chillers, sealers, mixers, weighers, and packaging linesSupporting upgrades, modifications, and automation initiativesEnsuring safety and compliance across all engineering activityRecording maintenance data, downtime trends, and root cause investigationsCollaborating closely with production and engineering teams on performance and improvementsHours and salaryMonday to Friday 6am - 3pmUpto £60,000 DOEPrivate Medical28 days holidayBirthday offVolunteer dayTalk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support.Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.See our website for more details and jobs available - 697 2662