Site Services Technician (London, GB)

M&E Technician Opportunity: Shape the Future of Dairy Engineering at Arla Foods

Arla Foods is seeking a dedicated and skilled M&E Technician to join their dynamic dairy engineering team at the Oakthorpe site. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to contribute to a well-established team within a fast-paced, heavily invested production environment. If you're looking to grow your career in a leading global dairy company committed to sustainability and innovation, this role could be the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities & Your Impact:

As an M&E Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our dairy production site. Your responsibilities will include:

• Executing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and corrective maintenance on a range of critical site services, including industrial steam boilers, waste heat boilers, refrigeration plants, DAF plants, hot & cold water systems, heat exchangers, cooling towers, and HVAC systems.
• Conducting thorough equipment and plant condition appraisals.
• Collaborating effectively with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) during service interventions.
• Proactively identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and challenge existing processes and practices.
• Adhering to relevant Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety (QEHS) compliance standards, such as Legionella, fire safety, PSSR, and LOTO procedures.
• Authorising permits and ensuring all work is conducted in a safe and controlled manner.
• Providing essential weekend shift cover (approximately 1 in 4 weekends) to support production needs.

Advantages for Your Career:

This M&E Technician role offers numerous advantages for career growth and personal development:

• Competitive Remuneration: A strong benefits package including a competitive salary (base salary + shift allowance), annual pay reviews, and an employer pension matched up to 6% (12% total contributory).
• Generous Holiday Entitlement: Start with 24 days of holiday, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days annually through the flexible benefits scheme.
• Comprehensive Benefits Platform: Access to a reward gateway scheme offering discounts with various retailers.
• Life Assurance: Peace of mind with 4x annual salary life assurance cover.
• Significant Career Development: Arla is committed to your growth, providing strong career development opportunities with both internal and external training programs.
• Stable and Secure Environment: Join a globally recognized leader in the dairy industry, known for its commitment to quality and sustainability.
• Impactful Work: Contribute directly to the efficient operation of a vital production site, ensuring the delivery of high-quality dairy products.

Key Considerations for Candidates:

To thrive in this role, candidates should possess:

• A Level 3 NVQ or recognised engineering qualification.
• Proven experience in reactive and planned preventative maintenance.
• Experience working within a regulated environment, demonstrating an understanding of quality and safety protocols.
• A positive, resilient, and proactive approach to problem-solving, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Previous work experience within Hard FM and similar site service environments.
• Experience in HV/LV systems would be a significant advantage.

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to shaping the future of the dairy industry. If you are a skilled M&E Technician looking for a challenging yet rewarding career path with a company that values its people and the planet, we encourage you to explore this exciting prospect.