Multi-skilled Engineer

We're supporting a leading manufacturing business in their search for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their engineering team in Norwich.
This is an excellent opportunity for a time-served engineer with a strong mechanical and electrical background to join a highly automated manufacturing environment. Working a day-based Monday to Friday schedule, you'll play a key role in maintaining plant reliability, improving equipment performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across site.
Core Duties:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance across production plant and equipment
• Responding to breakdowns and performing reactive maintenance to minimise downtime
• Fault finding on mechanical, electrical, PLC, and automated production systems
• Supporting continuous improvement activities to improve efficiency and equipment uptime
• Conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to prevent repeat failures
• Leading small engineering projects and improvement initiatives
• Managing spare parts requirements and supporting engineering stock control
• Supporting equipment modifications and change control activities
• Acting as Permit Issuer and supporting safe systems of work across the site
• Providing engineering support, coaching, and knowledge sharing across operational teams

About You:

• NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment and automated production systems
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyor systems, drives, sensors, and electrical control gear
• Understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance
• Able to work independently and contribute positively within a team environment

This is a days-based role, working Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week.
This is an urgent requirement and applications will be reviewed at speed. Full job description available on request. Apply today for immediate consideration!

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