Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: Yeovil (with travel to Holton Heath)

Salary: 28,000 - 35,000 (depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-Time | Flexible Working Hours Required

About Us:

Founded in 2012 by a husband-and-wife team, what started as a small venture has grown into a vibrant and ambitious business. After quickly outgrowing our first factory, we relocated to Yeovil, where we continue to expand and innovate.

Now under new ownership, we remain committed to the same core values of quality, integrity, and continuous improvement. We're proud to hold a double A certification from BRCGS, reflecting our dedication to excellence in everything we do.

As a rapidly growing company, we're excited to welcome new talent into our team. We're currently looking for a Production Planner who shares our drive and ambition to help us take our operations to the next level.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive

Maintenance Technician

to take responsibility for the ongoing maintenance and performance of our production sites in

Yeovil and Holton Heath

. The ideal candidate will be qualified in

Electrical Engineering

, possess a

full UK driving licence

, and demonstrate flexibility to travel and respond to maintenance needs across both sites.

This is a hands-on role, requiring a practical, organised individual who takes pride in preventative work and driving performance improvements. You will be key in ensuring smooth operation and efficiency across all production equipment, reducing downtime, and supporting food safety and health & safety compliance.

Main Responsibilities:

Oversee all maintenance activities across Yeovil and Holton Heath sites. Operate and maintain a

Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)

system, including accurate record-keeping. Manage and update the company's PPM plan to maximise uptime and efficiency. Carry out regular quality checks on machinery to proactively identify potential issues. Ensure optimal operation of all bakery machinery, including learning and maintaining new equipment where practicable. Diagnose and repair production line breakdowns and carry out general electrical and mechanical maintenance. Lead the commissioning of new equipment and collaborate with external specialists as needed. Ensure all maintenance work complies with

Food Safety

and

Health & Safety regulations

. Produce and complete all relevant maintenance paperwork to a high standard. Assist in writing operational instructions and training materials for new or updated machinery.

Manage stocks of spares, supplies, and equipment

such as production toolboxes.

Source specialist components, fixtures, or fittings

as required.

Coordinate external engineering support

when specialist help is needed.

Produce technical documents

, including purchasing specifications for new equipment.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Recognised qualification in

Electrical Engineering

(e.g., NVQ, HNC, or equivalent). Full

UK driving licence

- essential for travel between Yeovil and Holton Heath. Strong working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical maintenance. Experience in PPM systems and maintenance planning. Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate maintenance records. Good communication skills and a proactive attitude toward continuous improvement.

Desirable:

Experience working in a

food production

environment. Familiarity with commissioning and training on new machinery.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability
Work Location: In person