Multiskilled Engineer (night shift)

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

We’re looking for an apprenticeship qualified Multi Skilled Engineer to join our team at our Diss site. This role is primarily night-based (2200-0600 M-Th, 1700-2230 F), with some weekend and bank holiday working as required, along with flexibility to cover other shifts when needed.

We’re looking for someone who’s safety-focused, a strong team player, and confident communicating and solving problems.

Key responsibilities:

• Following health & safety standards to keep yourself and your teammates safe
• Provide responsive engineering support to maximise machine availability, efficiency, safety, and quality
• Diagnose faults and implement effective, long-term reliability improvements
• Monitor and adjust equipment to achieve right-first-time quality
• Carry out preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks to maximise utilisation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process improvement projects
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Work during planned shutdowns as required
• Communicating effectively across shifts for smooth handovers
• Supporting continuous improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency

What we’re looking for

• Apprenticeship trained or HNC qualified in an electrical or mechanical discipline (essential)
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to work different shifts and overtime when needed
• Experience in supporting a manufacturing facility (essential) with a preference for packaging sector experience (desirable)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.