Job Title: Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off Days only

Location: Essex

Our client is a leading supplier in the food industry. With a commitment to quality and innovation, they provide products for customers across the globe. Sustainability and responsible sourcing are at the heart of their operations, ensuring they continue to be a trusted name in the food industry.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of mechanical systems across the site. The role is mechanically focused but requires electrical knowledge to support diagnostics and minor repairs.

Performing proactive/reactive maintenance on mechanical machinery

Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults (gears, motors, pneumatics, hydraulics)

Supporting electrical diagnostics (PLC systems, control circuits, motor controls)

Driving continuous improvement and supporting machinery upgrades

Minimizing downtime through close collaboration with production teams

The ideal candidate will have:

Mechanical apprenticeship and NVQ Level 3 or higher (ONC/HNC)

Experience in mechanical maintenance within FMCG or food production

Strong skills in fault diagnosis and mechanical repair

A basic understanding of electrical systems and PLC diagnostics

Knowledge of mechanical safety standards and working practices

Desirable Skills:

Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Familiarity with continuous improvement processes

Exposure to mechanical systems such as:

Conveyor systems

Packaging lines and ovens

Mixing/blending equipment

Pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Checkweighers, metal detectors, and other QC machinery

Benefits Include:

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth

Exposure to varied and critical production equipment

Great working culture If you believe you are a great fit for this role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now