Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance engineer

Salary: £51,000-£53,000

Location: Wrexham

Working Pattern: 4 on 4 off (2 days / 2 nights)

gap technical is proud to be representing a leading FMCG/food manufacturing business in its search for Maintenance Engineers to join a modern production facility near Wrexham.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns to minimise disruption to production.


• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and implement corrective actions for recurring faults.


• Prioritise maintenance activities within your designated production area.


• Diagnose faults efficiently using technical documentation and machine history.


• Work collaboratively with production teams to ensure maximum equipment uptime.


• Support and train operators in basic maintenance tasks and assist with more complex repairs when required.


• Maintain machinery in line with safety, quality, and operational standards.


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing downtime and improving reliability.

Candidate Requirements

• Completed a time-served engineering apprenticeship (preferred).


• Multi-skilled engineer with an electrical bias.


• Previous experience within food, FMCG, or packaging manufacturing environments is highly desirable.


• Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills.

gap technical is operating as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy and is committed to equal opportunities for all applicants.

Closing Date: 5th September 2026