Lead Maintenance Engineer
hace 13 días
Colchester
Lead Maintenance Engineer - Spider is advertising on behalf of a leading food manufacturing company for an experienced Lead Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is based north of Colchester, Essex, reporting directly to the Head of Operations & Technical. Why them: This well-established food production business specialises in high-quality manufacturing with a strong focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and innovation. They offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where technical experts can grow, lead projects, and work with modern engineering systems, including end-of-line automation. Fantastic company benefits include: • Competitive Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience., • Holiday: 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays, • Free on-site parking, • Employee extras: Pension, discounted products + more About the role As Lead Maintenance Engineer, you will oversee the maintenance team and ensure all manufacturing equipment and facilities operate at peak efficiency. You will lead engineering projects focused on end-of-line automation, develop and implement preventive maintenance programs, and optimise processes to reduce downtime, maintain high-quality standards, and achieve cost-effective operations. You will work closely with p...