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PPM Engineer Days
Location: Ruskington Site
Hours: 12-hour shifts, days-based, 3 & 2 rotating pattern
We are looking for a proactive and technically skilled Multiskilled Engineer to join our Engineering team, focusing on planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reliability improvement, and ensuring the safe and efficient running of site equipment.
This role works closely with Production, Planning, Hygiene, and Reliability teams to maximise machine availability, minimise downtime, and support continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Planned & Preventative Maintenance

• Deliver effective PPM across designated machinery and site assets.
• Complete scheduled maintenance tasks to the required standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve PPM performance and equipment reliability.

Breakdown Response & Repairs

• Respond swiftly to engineering breakdowns to reduce production impact.
• Repair and restore machinery safely and efficiently.
• Provide detailed breakdown analysis, repair actions, and follow-up recommendations.

Reporting & Documentation

• Accurately complete reports, job sheets, and maintenance logs.
• Ensure all work is captured within the CMMS.
• Escalate repetitive issues, risks, or reliability concerns.

Root Cause Analysis

• Conduct RCA using tools such as 5 Why and fault-tree analysis.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying corrective and preventative actions.
• Present findings to Engineering and Reliability teams when required.

Parts & Material Management

• Manage spare parts for day shift engineering responsibilities.
• Raise requisitions for required materials.
• Ensure correct booking-out of parts for accurate stock and cost control.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with the Reliability Supervisor on asset care and engineering improvements.
• Communicate effectively with Production, Planning, and Hygiene teams.
• Participate in daily meetings to provide engineering updates.

Hygiene & Compliance

• Support hygiene shutdowns, including preparing and reinstating machinery.
• Ensure all engineering activities meet safety and food safety requirements.
• Follow permit-to-work and safe systems of work at all times.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Essential

• Strong electrical and mechanical multiskilled competence.
• Experience within manufacturing or processing environments.
• Solid understanding of PPM systems and engineering reporting.
• Ability to carry out RCA and 5 Why investigations.
• Confident communication skills across departments.
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritise workload.

Desirable

• Level 3 Engineering qualification (Electrical or Mechanical).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (if electrically biased).
• Experience using CMMS systems.
• Knowledge of food industry standards (HACCP, hygiene, audits)

The company
Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.
Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.
What we'll bring to the table
Competitive Salary
Competitive Holiday Entitlement
Pension Contribution
Family Friendly Policies
Learning and Development Opportunities
Life Assurance
People matter
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Our values
Determination
Simplicity
Availability
Humility
Discipline
Sincerity
Ownership

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