Maintenance Technician
| Posting date: | 19 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | eduard.udyanskyy@essexgrowers.com |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 October 2025 |
| Location: | en92nx |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Glinwell Marketing LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Essex_MainT_Sep25 |
Summary
Who are we?
We are a well-established PLC supplying fresh produce to major retailers. The group has grown steadily to become a leading supplier within our chosen sector across 5 sites in and around Hertfordshire.
The Role
Acting as a point of contact for the Growing Manager on site, we are looking for a reliable Maintenance Technician to lead on the following areas:
1. Equipment Maintenance & Repair
• Perform routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance on:
o Agricultural machinery (e.g. harvesters, tractors, irrigation systems)
o Packing line equipment (e.g. washers, sorters, conveyors, baggers)
o Refrigeration and cold storage units
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues and resolve them efficiently.
2. Site & Facility Maintenance
• Conduct general site maintenance including plumbing, lighting, and structural repairs.
• Includes the glasshouses and surrounding grounds.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of maintenance workshops and equipment storage areas.
• Utilities management (water supply, generators, etc.)
3. Compliance & Safety
• Ensure all equipment is compliant with food safety and health & safety regulations.
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs and service records.
• Conduct routine checks and inspections to meet audit requirements (e.g., BRC, Red Tractor etc)
4. Support to Operations
• Coordinate with growing teams to minimise downtime and plan maintenance windows.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new machinery and systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and upgrades.
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Qualifications & Experience:
• Proven experience in a maintenance role in an agricultural, food manufacturing, or packing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills (desirable).
• Certification or vocational training in mechanical/electrical maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards in fresh produce environments.
• Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
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Skills & Competencies:
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexible and willing to respond to urgent maintenance issues outside normal hours.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
________________________________________
Working Conditions:
• Combination of outdoor and indoor work
• Exposure to various weather conditions, wet/cold environments
• Shift work and weekend availability is required, especially during peak harvest and packing seasons.
We are a well-established PLC supplying fresh produce to major retailers. The group has grown steadily to become a leading supplier within our chosen sector across 5 sites in and around Hertfordshire.
The Role
Acting as a point of contact for the Growing Manager on site, we are looking for a reliable Maintenance Technician to lead on the following areas:
1. Equipment Maintenance & Repair
• Perform routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance on:
o Agricultural machinery (e.g. harvesters, tractors, irrigation systems)
o Packing line equipment (e.g. washers, sorters, conveyors, baggers)
o Refrigeration and cold storage units
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues and resolve them efficiently.
2. Site & Facility Maintenance
• Conduct general site maintenance including plumbing, lighting, and structural repairs.
• Includes the glasshouses and surrounding grounds.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of maintenance workshops and equipment storage areas.
• Utilities management (water supply, generators, etc.)
3. Compliance & Safety
• Ensure all equipment is compliant with food safety and health & safety regulations.
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs and service records.
• Conduct routine checks and inspections to meet audit requirements (e.g., BRC, Red Tractor etc)
4. Support to Operations
• Coordinate with growing teams to minimise downtime and plan maintenance windows.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new machinery and systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and upgrades.
________________________________________
Qualifications & Experience:
• Proven experience in a maintenance role in an agricultural, food manufacturing, or packing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills (desirable).
• Certification or vocational training in mechanical/electrical maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards in fresh produce environments.
• Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
________________________________________
Skills & Competencies:
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexible and willing to respond to urgent maintenance issues outside normal hours.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
________________________________________
Working Conditions:
• Combination of outdoor and indoor work
• Exposure to various weather conditions, wet/cold environments
• Shift work and weekend availability is required, especially during peak harvest and packing seasons.