Multi Skilled Engineer

Overview

As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you ensure the smooth operation of our manufacturing site by maintaining, repairing, and improving machinery to maximise uptime and efficiency. You’ll work hands-on, troubleshoot issues quickly, and support production with reliable equipment. You’ll report to the Site Engineering Manager and collaborate with teams to drive process improvements and ensure safety and quality standards. This role offers hands-on impact in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment with opportunities for growth.

Pay / Benefits

• generous holiday entitlement
• discount cards for staff
• career progression and development opportunities
• subsidised staff canteen
• free parking
• pension and life assurance

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment to prevent disruptions
• Respond promptly to breakdowns, diagnose issues, and repair or coordinate with specialists
• Carry out machine adjustments and changeovers to improve production line efficiency and minimise downtime
• Monitor and calibrate equipment to meet accuracy, quality, and safety standards
• Collaborate with production teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and provide technical expertise
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including schedules, repairs, and spare parts inventory
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and company policies
• Stay updated with industry advancements and relevant technologies

Key requirements

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical/electrical engineering
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems used in FMCG industry
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery (conveyors, motors, pumps, packaging equipment)
• Proactive approach to maintenance and commitment to equipment reliability
• Understanding of HACCP principles; IEE qualification up to 18th edition wiring regulations advantageous
• Excellent communication skills
• Assertiveness with ability to make on-the-spot decisions
• Can-do attitude and strong work ethic

• excellent communication
• proactive problem-solving
• teamwork and collaboration
• troubleshooting industrial machinery
• maintenance and repair of conveyors, motors, pumps, packaging equipment
• calibration and measurement

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