Maintenance Engineer

Location: Buckingham

Shift Pattern

• Week 1: Monday to Friday, 6am to 2pm
• Week 2: Monday to Thursday, 2pm to 12am
• On a rotating basis

Salary: £55,000 plus £520 shift allowance for late shift (50p per hour)

Start Date: We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.

Join the Magic

Our Mission
At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10.000 employees in over 70 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

To build our team we are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our expanding site in Buckingham.

Your Mission

As an Engineer at our site, your will mission will be guaranteeing and achieving the required availability (operational safety and efficiency) of the factory on a day-to-day basis and the active and quantifiable contribution to the continued reduction of production costs.

The Engineer is responsible for supporting factory performance and is responsible for supporting the implementation of the continuous improvement program towards Operational Excellence.

Key Accountabilities 

• Be the Guardian of Compliance – Ensure our engineering operations meet all legal, safety, and international food standards (HACCP, BRC, FDA, Halal, Kosher, and more).
• Step into Leadership – Act as a key support to the Engineering Manager and confidently take the reins when needed.
• Champion Safety & Quality – Promote a culture of safety and hygiene, aligning with our Health & Safety and Food Quality policies.
• Drive Continuous Improvement – Use Manufacturing Excellence tools to streamline processes, reduce costs, and boost efficiency.
• Strategic Maintenance Planning – Align maintenance with production goals and regulatory standards to keep everything running smoothly.
• Lead Process Innovation – Identify and implement impactful improvements in collaboration with senior management.
• Keep Us Running – Ensure equipment and facilities are maintained to the highest standards, minimizing downtime and maximizing performance.
• Own the Numbers – Monitor KPIs, manage budgets, and oversee maintenance-related expenditures with precision.
• Power Our Utilities – Oversee critical systems like HVAC, compressed air, and energy monitoring, ensuring optimal performance and sustainability.
• Shape the Future – Support CAPEX projects, automation upgrades, and lifecycle management of key assets and utilities

Who are we looking for?

• Manage Customer needs: Be able and eager to find out what the internal or external customer wants and needs and to act accordingly; taking the costs and benefits into account. Make the life of the customer easier. Fostering a customer centric culture.
• Collaborate Effectively: Think and act as one team in a spirit of trust and respect. Be open to different ideas. Work intentionally towards consensus in the achievement of shared objectives. Build formal and informal relationship networks
• Communicate Effectively: Develop and deliver communications in diverse modes that generate a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Improve Continuously: Be passionate about achieving high quality standards for you and Puratos. Constantly look for and taking advantage of improvement opportunities. Propose new ideas and demonstrate openness for change. Build self-awareness and embrace learning and development opportunities.
• Drive Performance: Show ambition and go the extra mile in achieving expected results; drive sustainable operational excellence through diligent planning, prioritization, monitoring & effective use of resources. Take responsibility for decisions, actions and mistakes. Deal with setbacks and unexpected situations in a positive and confident way.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Electrical Engineering qualifications, time-served engineering qualifications
• At least 3 years of maintenance experience ideally in a comparable production environment
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Have good proficiency in data processing tools like SAP and Excel
• Be knowledgeable in preventive and predictive maintenance techniques, as well as autonomous maintenance principles

What you can expect from Puratos

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

The benefits with this role include:

• 💰 Competitive Salary – Reviewed annually to ensure we stay ahead of the market.
• 🎯 Annual Bonus Scheme – 5% standard, with stretch potential up to 10%.
• 💼 Generous Pension Plan – Up to 7.5% employer contributions to support your future.
• 🏥 Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover fully paid, with options to add family members.
• 🌴 Up to 5 Weeks Annual Leave – Plus the flexibility to buy or sell additional days.
• 🤒 Enhanced Company Sick Pay – Because your health matters.
• 📚 Learning & Development – Structured programs with a target of 5 learning days per year.
• 💖 Wellbeing Matters – Access to our ‘Calling for Caring’ wellbeing initiatives.
• 🛡️ Life Assurance – 2x your salary plus a 20% spouse pension.
• 🧾 Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most.
• 🏅 Loyal Service Awards – Celebrating your milestones with us.
• 🧠 Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for life’s challenges.
• 👫 Refer a Friend Scheme – Earn £500 for successful referrals.
• 🛍️ High Street Discounts – Save with Perkbox perks.
• 🌟 Monthly ‘Magic Star’ Awards – Win £50 in vouchers for going above and beyond.
• 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay healthy