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Posted 12 August, 2026

Site Maintenance Engineer

Blue Arrow Ltd. Edinburgh
Haddington, SCT, GB Full Time

Job Description

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Site Maintenance Engineer

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Haddington, EH41

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40 Hours per Week

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Hours to be agreed with the Maintenance Manager

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Own Transport Essential

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Competitive Salary + Overtime Available

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Blue Arrow is recruiting on behalf of one of our valued industrial clients based in Haddington, EH41, for a skilled and reliable Site Maintenance Engineer to join their busy packhouse operation.

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This is a varied and hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of packhouse buildings and equipment, ensuring all machinery operates efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance.

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\n Key Responsibilities\n
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  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on all site equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines.
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  • Diagnose and repair equipment and building faults promptly and efficiently.
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  • Support and liaise with external contractors completing maintenance and repair work.
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  • Assist with equipment installation, repairs, and cleaning as required.
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  • Support the ordering and management of spare parts and consumables.
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  • Ensure all work areas are left clean, tidy, and safe following maintenance activities.
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  • Attend emergency breakdown call-outs when required.
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  • Attend at least one weekly morning meeting to provide maintenance updates.
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  • Record and report machinery faults, breakdowns, damage, missing parts, maintenance concerns, and actions taken.
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  • Provide support and cover for Machine Operators when required.
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  • Ensure all work is completed to standards that protect food safety and hygiene.
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\n Candidate Requirements\n
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  • Previous experience in a maintenance engineering, mechanical, or facilities maintenance role.
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  • Good understanding of preventative maintenance procedures.
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  • Basic knowledge of food hygiene, quality standards, health & safety procedures, and hygiene regulations.
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  • Strong attention to detail, particularly within production and packhouse environments.
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  • Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
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  • Reliable, punctual, and professional with excellent communication skills.
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  • Team player with a flexible approach to work.
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  • Must have own transport due to the location of the site.
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  • English communication skills required.
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\n What's on Offer?\n
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Full-time permanent opportunity

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40 hours per week

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Overtime available throughout the year

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Varied and hands-on engineering role

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Opportunity to work with a successful and growing industrial business

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Support from the Blue Arrow recruitment team throughout the process

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If you are a proactive Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Haddington (EH41), we'd love to hear from you.

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Apply today with your CV or contact Blue Arrow for more information.

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Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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