Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Arla Foods Westbury

Are you an electrical or mechanical engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, highly automated environment - and ready to keep one of the UK’s largest dairy sites running 24/7?

At Westbury you’ll work with cutting-edge process and packing technology, solving problems at pace and driving continuous improvement that keeps our site safe, efficient and reliable.

How you will make an impact
Based at our Westbury site (BA13 4WD) on continental rotating shifts (12-hour days and nights), you’ll support a well-invested plant producing household favourites like Anchor butter and Arla milk powders. You’ll carry out reactive, planned and preventive maintenance, using data and problem-solving tools to reduce downtime and improve performance.

• Execute reactive, planned and preventative maintenance across processing, packing and utilities assets
  
  
• Lead structured problem solving and continuous improvement to enhance OEE and minimise downtime
  
  
• Use CMMS (SAP PM) and reporting suites to plan work, capture data and drive actions
  
  
• Support site projects, including non-capex modifications and CAPEX installations and commissioning
  
  
• Maintain and optimise a wide range of equipment (e.g. pasteurisation, homogenisers, separators, evaporators, dryers, fillers, palletisers, conveyors, robots, vision/X-ray systems, HVAC, boilers, chillers, compressors, CHP)
  
  This is a permanent position within the Site Engineering team at Arla Westbury, reporting to the Engineering Manager.
  
  What will make you successful
  
  you will bring a time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3/ONC/HNC/HND (or proven equivalent experience), along with your background as a multiskilled maintenance or engineering technician, whether in mechanical or electrical disciplines.
  
  You will have experience working in fast-paced, automated, and safety-critical manufacturing environments, ideally within FMCG, and you will be computer literate, confident using SAP and Microsoft Office, and familiar with SCADA, HMIs, and Trend systems.
  
  Personally, you will be ambitious and driven, taking a proactive approach to learning and continuous improvement; you will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, approaching challenges methodically and analytically, and remaining calm under pressure.
  
  You will be a team-focused communicator, prioritising safety and keeping stakeholders informed with clear updates. As part of our supportive team, you will experience a steep learning curve, face meaningful challenges, and benefit from colleagues who are eager to help you succeed and make you feel welcome.
  
  What do we offer?
  
  
• Competitive salary (base + shift allowance)
  
  
• 26.5 days holiday
  
  
• Employer pension matched up to 6%
  
  
• 4× annual salary life assurance cover
  
  
• Flexible benefits: buy additional annual leave; retailer discounts via My Benefits platform
  
  
• Strong career development and training (internal and external)
  
  
• Overtime available at various pay rates
  
  Would you like to join us?
  We review applications on a continuous basis, so please apply as soon as possible.
  
  Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that agencies do not submit speculative CVs; these will not be recognised under agency ownership and will be accepted as a gift. Please apply directly through our official channels.
  
  Shape the Future of Dairy
  
  Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.
  
  We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry