Maintenance Engineer

The British flower market is worth £1.2bn and MM Flowers supplies fresh cut flowers and bouquets to the U.K.’s and Europe’s leading flower retailers. We grow and source the highest quality and most beautiful blooms across the world, delivering colour, passion and inspiration through breath-taking blooms.

Established in 2007, MM Flowers has grown exponentially every year and is based in a purpose built, state-of-the-art facility in Alconbury, Huntingdon. MM Flowers employs over 500 people who are dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and service to our customers.

To continue our tremendous growth, we need the brilliant people to help us achieve our goals. We aim to deliver excellence at every point in the supply chain from distribution to processing, technical standards through to marketing, with consideration for our people and the planet at the heart of everything we do.

If this sounds like a company that you would like to be a part of, and you have the talent, energy and drive to be a part of shaping our journey, we would love to hear from you.

We are currently looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our Alconbury site.

Purpose of the role:

The Maintenance Engineer is a key member of the engineering team, responsible for maintaining and improving machinery and equipment across the manufacturing areas to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This role includes implementing a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programme, providing rapid response to breakdowns, and supporting improvement projects. Additionally, the role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, mentoring apprentices, and collaborating with contractors and other teams to achieve operational excellence.

Core responsibilities:

• Facilitate a programme of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and condition monitoring for key equipment and machinery across the manufacturing areas.
• Ensure that machinery operates safely and efficiently, minimising downtime and maximising performance.
• Assist with improvement and capital expenditure programs, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Manage and prioritise activities such as PPM schedules, repair tasks, and breaks to maintain equipment uptime.
• Provide a fast and effective response to breakdowns within the manufacturing areas, ensuring disruptions to operations are minimised.
• Liaise with the Engineering Manager to complete schedules and records for repairs or maintenance checks.
• Conduct maintenance activities in line with risk assessments, method statements, and health and safety legislation.
• Ensure tools and equipment used for maintenance purposes comply with health and safety regulations. Report any non-compliant tools or equipment to the Operations Manager.
• Assist in ensuring contractors working on-site adhere to health and safety standards.
• Mentor and train engineering apprentices, helping them develop correct engineering practices and skills.
• Communicate with line management about any suspected damage caused by the mistreatment of equipment or machinery.
• Work collaboratively with contractors and other teams to ensure maintenance and repair activities are effectively carried out.

Role overview:

Shift pattern: 4on 4off

Hours: 7am - 7pm

About you:

• Strong knowledge of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programmes and condition monitoring.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and repair faults efficiently.
• Proficiency in using tools and equipment for maintenance in line with health and safety regulations.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with team members, contractors, and management.
• Commitment to mentoring and training apprentices, fostering a culture of learning and development.
• Relevant engineering qualification (e.g., NVQ, HNC, or equivalent) in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Proven experience in maintenance within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and engineering codes of practice.
• Experience with mentoring or training apprentices is advantageous.
• Familiarity with condition monitoring techniques and tools.

What you will get working with us:

• 21 days holiday per year, increasing to 23 days holiday with 3 years' service
• Only work 50% of the year without using any annual leave with our shift pattern!
• Salary sacrifice pension matched up to 4%
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance up to 3x salary match
• Career Progression
• State of the art working environment
• Engagement activities
• Reward and recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program offering you financial, emotional and physical support by Grocery Aid Free
• Onsite parking
• Recommend a Friend Scheme – £250 is payable to you when you recommend a friend who is successful through the application process and successfully completes their probationary period

What are you waiting for, we would love to hear from you.

If this position doesn’t match your experience but you love the sound of MM Flowers we welcome speculative applicants, please forward your cv and a covering letter about the type of role or function you are interested in being considered for.

MM Flowers are a proud equal opportunity employer, and we understand the benefits of nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, genetic information. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to complete the job role advertised are encouraged to apply.

We believe we can only achieve our potential if we employ a diverse population of people, ideas, and perspectives. We are committed to grow our workplace culture, encouraging team members to feel unique valued and engaged, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

All recruitment activities go through our internal Talent Acquisition Team and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to MM Flowers employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated f