Multiskilled Engineer

We have a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and motivated Multi-Skilled Engineer with a balanced 50/50 electrical and mechanical background to join our engineering team at our fast-paced Food FMCG manufacturing site.

Working a permanent 4 on, 4 off shift pattern (11:00am–11:00pm), you will play a key role in ensuring maximum equipment reliability, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous improvement across production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production and packaging equipment.
• Respond quickly and effectively to machinery breakdowns, diagnosing both electrical and mechanical faults.
• Perform repairs on conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, pneumatics, hydraulics, sensors, drives, and control systems.
• Fault find on PLC-controlled equipment and assist with electrical diagnostics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Complete maintenance records accurately using the site's CMMS system.
• Work closely with Production, Hygiene, and Quality teams to minimise downtime.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Assist with machinery installations, upgrades, and engineering projects when required.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Time-served engineering apprenticeship or recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC, or equivalent).
• Multi-skilled engineer with approximately 50% electrical and 50% mechanical experience.
• Previous experience within a Food, FMCG, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with PLC-controlled machinery.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, motors, conveyors, bearings, and mechanical power transmission.
• Understanding of Health & Safety and food manufacturing standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Food hygiene awareness.
• Continuous improvement experience (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma).
• CMMS experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £49,000/ £50,000 per annum.
• Up to 10% annual company bonus.
• 248 hours annual holiday.
• Permanent 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (11:00am–11:00pm), providing excellent work-life balance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Career progression within a successful and growing Food FMCG business.
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programme.