Maintenance Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer for the maintenance and repair of production and associated equipment. This is a hands-on role that requires a strong technical background in both mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Location: Diss, Norfolk

Hours: 6pm to 6:00am 4 On 4 Off

Salary: -20.59 Per Hour / Overtime Paid at X1.3

Benefits: 21 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, Discounted Company Staff Shop, Annual profit related bonus based on percentage of salary, Freebie Fridays, Discounted Wild Duck Canteen on site (hot meals), Dedicated Training Department (to support and develop skills), Monthly draw for all staff (One For all Voucher prizes), Long Service Awards (in excess of 10 years), On Site Mental Health First Aiders + access to private counselling if required

Duration: Permanent

Who are we?

We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search

Job Duties:

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance to ensure plant efficiency and minimise downtime.
• Deliver high-quality repair work and respond swiftly to breakdowns across all plant and services.
• Ensure all tasks comply with Health & Safety, Food Safety, and Quality standards always.
• Accurately complete maintenance records, including handovers and updates in the Pirana system.
• Identify, report, and resolve faults or potential issues across equipment and services.
• Support smooth operations by working collaboratively with the wider factory team.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and promote a clean, safe working environment.
• Use engineering resources effectively to provide flexible, site-wide support.
• Suggest and implement improvements to plant performance and engineering efficiency.
• Contribute to cost-saving initiatives through proactive maintenance and process enhancements.

What we are looking for:

• Fully qualified Engineer (preferably time-served)
• Knowledge of packaging and processing equipment is highly desirable
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks efficiently
• Self-motivated with a proactive and flexible approach
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• A team player who can also work independently

So, are you ready for your next job? Hit on the apply button today.

If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.