Services Engineer
?? Navenby Feed Mill
?? Full-Time ¦ Competitive Salary & Benefits
Shifts: Average of 42 hours (12 hour shifts 6am-6pm)
Are you a hands-on engineer with a proactive approach to maintenance and problem-solving? Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Services Engineer to join the team at our Navenby Feed Mill, helping to ensure our operations run safely, efficiently, and reliably.
About the Role
As a key member of the engineering team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operation of mill equipment, ensuring high standards of safety, performance, and reliability are maintained across the site.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on mill equipment and machinery.
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Diagnose faults and resolve mechanical and electrical issues effectively.
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Support Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programmes to minimise downtime.
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Assist with the installation of new equipment and upgrades to existing systems.
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Maintain accurate maintenance records, fault logs, and repair documentation.
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Monitor and manage spare parts and consumable stock levels.
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Ensure all work is completed in line with company health and safety policies.
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
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Support stock control activities, including labelling, rotation, and record keeping.
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Provide operational support and cover for Mill Operatives when required.
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Report hazards, near misses, and health & safety concerns promptly.
What We're Looking For
Essential
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Previous experience in a maintenance role, ideally within a mill, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
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Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
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Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
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Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
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Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
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Flexibility to work shifts and occasional overtime when required.
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Good numeracy and literacy skills.
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Full clean driving licence.
Desirable
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Engineering, maintenance, or related technical qualification.
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Experience in welding and fabrication.
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Forklift operation experience or certification.
Pilgrim's Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.
We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers.
