Maintenance Technician

Cargill • Full-time • Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom • 8h ago

Play a key role in powering the UK's food, drink, and chemical industries at one of the world’s most respected global manufacturers.

About the Company

Cargill is a global, family-owned company operating in 70 countries with 160,000 employees. Its Manchester site is a crucial production hub for the UK’s food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical sectors. The company produces sweeteners, wheat protein, and alcohol, supporting major industries while driving sustainable and innovative growth.

About the Opportunity

As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician based in Manchester (M17 1PA), you’ll join a high-performing team ensuring plant reliability through maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. This Monday–Friday day shift role offers hands-on experience, interaction with production teams, and opportunities to enhance your mechanical and multi-skilled capabilities. With strong development pathways and exposure to advanced systems like SAP and LEAN principles, this is a valuable step in your engineering career.

What We're Looking For

Completed recognised Mechanical or Multi-Skilled Apprenticeship
HNC or equivalent in Maintenance Engineering
Experience using CMMS (SAP preferred)
Basic electrical knowledge and strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
Familiarity with conveyors, elevators, and bulk handling equipment
Strong teamwork, communication, and safety awareness
Experience in continuous manufacturing; chemical or heavy engineering background preferred
Understanding of LEAN principles (desirable)
Flexibility for shutdowns and breakdowns outside of standard hours