Job Description

Maintenance Engineer

Leprino Foods is looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer to join our skilled and supportive Maintenance Team at our Magheralin site.

In this role, you'll be responsible for carrying out preventative and planned maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems. You'll play a key part in fault finding, supporting continuous improvement, and helping to drive efficiency across our operations. Working in line with SOPs, RAMS, and daily plans, you'll contribute to the safe and reliable running of our production processes -- helping us deliver high-quality mozzarella and whey products to customers around the world.

Leprino is the world's largest Mozzarella producer, and you will have the chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Our success is built on the dedication of our incredible employees, and we believe in sharing that success with you. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal! Your impact will be noticed and appreciated, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

What we can offer you

Competitive Salary & Annual Bonus

- Reflective of your experience and contributions.

Generous Annual Leave

- Enhanced holiday entitlement

Pension Contributions

- Up to 10% employer contributions.

Health & Wellness

- Access to private health cash plans, mental health support, and wellness initiatives.

Career Development

- Ongoing training, certifications, and advancement opportunities.

Recognition Programs

- Celebrating your achievements and milestones.

Inclusive Culture

- A diverse, supportive environment where your voice is valued.

Hours of work:

42 hours per week, working a continental shift type pattern (7am - 7pm / 7pm - 7am). This post includes weekend work as part of a rotating schedule.

Salary:

24.99 per hour (inclusive of additional hours payment/shift payment)

What you will be doing:

Collaborate closely with operators and the engineering team to identify and resolve maintenance issues quickly and effectively

Carry out fault diagnosis and corrective actions across plant equipment, automation systems, and networks

Contribute to root cause investigations (e.g. 5-Why, RCA, DMAIC) and support the implementation of long-term solutions

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using SAP PM or similar systems to ensure equipment history is up to date

Deliver high-quality maintenance work to maximise equipment uptime and support consistent product quality

Assist in developing and improving preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and improve reliability

Communicate temporary fixes and unresolved issues to Team Leaders and incoming shifts to ensure continuity.

Participate in coaching, training, and knowledge-sharing sessions to support team development and continuous improvement.

Promote a clean, safe, and efficient working environment, ensuring high standards of workmanship across all tasks

Support the engineering management team with insights into day-to-day operations and contribute to best practice development

Essential Criteria:

-Health & Physical Requirements:

Physically agile with ability to access all areas of plant and equipment. Capable of working at heights and in confined spaces. Willingness to work rotating 12-hour continental shifts, including nights and weekends. Flexibility to work beyond core hours and remain on-site until job completion. Availability for overtime to cover holidays and absences. Willingness to move between engineering teams to support skills balance.

-Technical Skills & Experience:

Minimum 4 years' recent and relevant experience in a production/manufacturing environment. NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (with strong cross-trade mechanical/electrical skills) or NVQ Level 3 in Mechatronics. Proven cross-trade practical skills in: Diagnostics and repair of electrical and automation systems. PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks (e.g. Profibus DP/PA, Profinet, AS-I, Ethernet). Electronic circuits, panel building, PLC wiring, and updating panel drawings. Mechanical systems including pumps, seals, gearboxes, conveyors, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Air compressors and dryers.

-Knowledge & Competence:

Detailed understanding of manufacturing equipment and safety requirements for maintenance. Knowledge of safe working practices and maintaining a safe work environment. Competent numeracy and literacy skills. Basic proficiency in MS Office (Word and Excel).

Desirable Criteria:

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) or Mechatronics

Strong practical cross-trade skills (mechanical and electrical)

Competent in numeracy and literacy

Basic proficiency in MS Office (Word & Excel)

Familiarity with food/dairy production equipment and processes

Experience with SAP or similar Maintenance ERP systems Assertive, proactive, and demonstrates leadership qualities
Knowledge of:

Refrigeration systems

Vacuum packing equipment

Boilers and steam distribution

Please note: The selection panel reserves the right to enhance the criteria to support the shortlisting process.

If you are interested in applying for this role,

please submit your CV by

Monday 6th October 2025.

Leprino Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24.99 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Canteen Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person