Senior Millwright – Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Maintenance Engineer with a can‑do attitude who is adaptable, flexible and ready to work on the shop floor. The role supports production line efficiency by delivering planned and reactive engineering solutions to minimise downtime.

Key responsibilities

• Liaise with production shift supervisors and managers to identify potential issues and schedule maintenance work, ensuring all permits are in place.
• Support investigations to improve plant productivity and maintain adequate spare‑part stock.
• Assist external contractors with installations, providing advice and ensuring health‑and‑safety standards are met.
• Monitor machinery and ancillary plant during production, complete paperwork and rectify defects to satisfactory conclusion.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Senior Millwright in a manufacturing environment.
• Good spoken and written English and strong communication skills.
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces and in hot or cold plant conditions.
• Safety‑conscious with a keen eye for detail and a proactive attitude.

Required skills

• Repair, replacement and installation of pumps and vacuum pumps.
• Gearbox repair and installation.
• Maintenance of mincer blades, screws and conveyor systems.
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems (desired).