EDG - Manufacturing: Maintenance Technician & Machine Operator (Meat Factory)

About This Role

About GMG: GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, food and health sectors. Its vision is to inspire people to win in ways that make the world better. Today, GMG’s investments span across four key verticals: GMG Sports, GMG Food, GMG Health, and GMG Consumer Goods. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family, it has become a leading global company, affiliated with the world’s most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands into its markets.

Available Positions & Their Responsibilities:

• Machine OperatorAbout the Role: The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring processing and packaging equipment to ensure smooth production, consistent quality, and adherence to safety and hygiene standards within GMG Farm Fresh operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare machines for production (setup, calibration, cleaning).
• Operate machinery safely and efficiently throughout the production cycle.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust settings as required.
• Perform routine inspections to ensure proper functionality.
• Verify safety features before and during operation.
• Maintain product quality using appropriate measuring tools.
• Troubleshoot minor issues during production.
• Record production output, defects, and machine activity logs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards.

Requirements:

• 1–2 years of experience in machine operation (preferably in frozen food industry).
• High School Diploma or technical qualification (ITI – Electrical/Mechanical).
• Basic knowledge of MEP and food hygiene standards.
• Ability to operate and adjust machines efficiently.
• Maintenance TechnicianAbout the Role: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to ensure minimal downtime and optimal operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance as per schedule.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment faults and breakdowns.
• Assist in major repair and breakdown activities.
• Inspect machinery for wear and replace faulty components.
• Support implementation of preventive maintenance plans.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP/GMP and safety standards.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and spare parts.
• Coordinate with production teams to improve equipment performance.

Requirements:

• 1–2 years of experience in maintenance/technical roles in food processing.
• High School Diploma or ITI Trade Certificate (Electrical/Mechanical).
• Knowledge of preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Basic understanding of MEP and food safety standards.

General Requirements (Applicable to Both Roles):

• Willing to work in a cold environment (frozen food facility).
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic English communication skills.
• Strong adherence to safety and hygiene practices.