Maintenance Engineer

  • HUNTER SELECTION
  • Newton Abbot, Devon
  • Jan 16, 2026
Full time Trades & Services

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer (534/ 27311)

Newton Abbot

Food & Drink Manufacturing

Salary: 47,000 - 57,000 + Exceptional long term career progression opportunities
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights) / 12 hour shifts

Why This Role?

This isn't just another maintenance job it's a chance to join a market leading Food & Drinks manufacturer that invests heavily in its people, technology, and future. You'll be part of a high performing engineering team

What's in it for you?

  • Industry leading salary up to 57,000
  • Structured career development with clear pathways into senior roles
  • Work with cutting-edge machinery and automation
  • Be part of a stable, growing business with a strong reputation in the food & drink sector
  • Continuous training and upskilling opportunities

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Provide front-line maintenance support to keep production running smoothly
  • Ensure machinery operates at peak efficiency
  • Carry out electrical, mechanical and instrumentation maintenance
  • Perform PPM's , fault-finding and improvement projects
  • Work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are the same

What they're looking for

  • Multi-skilled engineer with electrical & mechanical experience
  • Strong understanding of PLC systems
  • Previous manufacturing experience preferred
  • Proactive, team focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement
  • Recognised apprenticeship to ONC/HNC level

Join a forward-thinking company that truly values its team members and invests in your growth. If you're ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact in a dynamic environment, don't miss out-apply now!

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by applying to our Managing Consultant for this vacancy- Ashley Reynolds

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.


Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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