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This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving problems, improving machinery performance, and keeping a high-speed manufacturing site running safely and efficiently. My client is a leading player in the food industry seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Technician to join their fast-growing food production facility.TITLE: Mandarin Speaking On-Site Maintenance TechnicianLocation: ErithJob Type: Permanent, full-timeSalary up to 42,000Language required: Fluent Mandarin and EnglishAs an On-Site Maintenance Technician, you will be at the heart of our operations maintaining, repairing, and optimizing machinery and infrastructure in a busy food production environment. Your work will be critical to minimizing downtime, ensuring food safety compliance, and supporting the seamless execution of daily production targets.Key ResponsibilitiesPlanned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)Perform scheduled inspections and maintenance on equipment such as dumpling machines, mixers, grinders, refrigeration units, boilers, and packaging lines.Identify potential issues early to prevent unplanned breakdowns.Emergency Breakdown SupportRespond swiftly to machinery failures to minimize production disruption.Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.Technical Troubleshooting & OptimizationConduct root cause analysis and implement effective solutions.Calibrate equipment and support the installation of new machinery.Maintenance DocumentationMaintain accurate records via CMMS, including spare parts usage and repair histories.Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for engineering standards.Food Safety, Hygiene & ComplianceAdhere to BRCGS, HACCP, COSHH, and Health & Safety guidelines.Ensure all maintenance activities meet strict food hygiene standards.Contractor CoordinationLiaise with external specialists (e.g., boiler and refrigeration contractors) and oversee their work on site.Skills & QualificationsTechnical Skills (Required in at least one area)Mechanical maintenance (bearings, shafts, gearboxes)Electrical fault finding (control panels, sensors, wiring)Refrigeration systems (experience with R404A/R448A is a plus)Boiler and compressed air systemsBasic PLC knowledge (Siemens/Mitsubishi preferred)Core CompetenciesStrong problem solving skills and ability to work under pressureExcellent attention to detail and commitment to safetyEffective communication and teamworkProactive and able to work with minimal supervisionExperience & CertificationsBackground in food manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial maintenanceRelevant engineering qualifications:Level 2/3 Mechanical EngineeringElectrical Installation (18th Edition preferred)F-Gas Certification (advantageous)FLT Licence (beneficial)Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and participate in an on call rota