Maintenance Engineer
Job Title: Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire Salary: £55,000 + Overtime (1.5x) Contract: Initial 3-Month Contract (Strong Potential for Permanent Position) Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights) Overview An excellent opportunity has arisen for an electrically biased Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established food manufacturing operation based in Banbury. The position is initially offered as a 3-month contract to provide cover for long-term absence, with a strong likelihood of transitioning into a permanent role. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of production machinery and site equipment within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities * Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a range of manufacturing and packaging machinery. * Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing and resolving electrical and mechanical faults. * Minimise production downtime through efficient fault finding and repair. * Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability. * Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation. * Work closely with production teams to ensure machinery operates safely and efficiently. * Adhere to all health & safety, food safety, and site compliance standards. * Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. Requirements * Electrically biased maintenance background within a manufacturing or production environment. * Recognised electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent). * Experience with fault finding on automated production equipment. * Strong understanding of electrical systems including motors, sensors, drives, and control systems. * Basic mechanical maintenance skills. * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, shift-based environment. * Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance. Desirable * Experience within food manufacturing or FMCG environments. * Knowledge of PLC fault finding and automated production lines. Benefits * Competitive salary of £55,000. * Overtime available at 1.5x rate. * Opportunity to secure a permanent position after the initial contract period. * Working within a well-established and supportive engineering team. This role would suit a proactive and experienced maintenance engineer looking to join a dynamic manufacturing environment with excellent long-term prospects