Multi‑Skilled Engineer (Field Based) in Daventry

*Multi‑Skilled Engineer (Field Based) – Daventry & Surrounding Sites**Salary: *£54,000 + annual bonus (typically 10% of base salary)*Hours: *Monday–Friday 37.5 hours a week (typically 8:00–16:00, with flexibility for occasional call‑outs)*Contract: *Full-time, Permanent*Base Location: *Daventry, (covering predominantly Litchfield and an additional site in Daventry), as well as supporting the wider team to cover absence and holidays.*Why join CHEP?*CHEP is recognised as one of the _Top 17 Global Employers _, offering exceptional development opportunities, strong values, and a culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.*Your benefits include:** Annual bonus (typically 10% of base salary)* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell days)* Company van for work travel between sites* Enhanced pension (you 5%, CHEP 7.5%)* Share scheme (matched 1:1 after 1 year)* Single private healthcare cover* Life assurance, employee assistance & wellbeing apps* Everyday retail discounts platform* Volunteer day* Free on‑site parking*About the role*We’re looking for a *Field‑Based Multi‑Skilled Engineer *with an electrical bias to support several CHEP service centres across the Daventry region. You’ll be responsible for maintaining, fault‑finding, and improving automated equipment across multiple sites, ensuring high levels of safety, reliability, and operational performance.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact across multiple operations.The role will have a base location of Daventry.*What you’ll do** Deliver proactive and reactive maintenance across multiple CHEP facilities* Diagnose faults and conduct detailed root cause analysis* Drive continuous improvement across equipment and maintenance processes* Support site reliability initiatives: identify failure modes, analyse trends, and implement corrective actions* Assist with project work, upgrades, and change initiatives* Use CMMS to log, track, and manage maintenance activities* Supervise contractors and issue work permits* Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with regulations and CHEP standards*What we need from you** Strong electrical bias with relevant electrical qualifications* Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance* Multi‑skilled capability across electrical and mechanical disciplines* Experience in fast‑paced, safety‑critical or automated environments* Confident fault‑finding skills (electrical, mechanical, PLC)* Ability to read engineering drawings and use workshop tools* Experience with automation, PLCs, robotics, or similar technologies (highly desirable)* A proactive, safety‑focused mindset and the ability to work independently across multiple sites* Full UK driving licence*About CHEP*CHEP is the global leader in pallet, crate, and container pooling, supporting the world’s biggest brands with over 300 million assets across 55+ countries. We’re committed to sustainability, diversity, and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.*We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.**Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.*Application question(s):* What is your notice period?* What are your base salary expectations?* CHEP Brambles have a zero tolerance with regards to drugs and alcohol to protect against employees being impaired whilst carrying out work in order to comply with our obligations to provide a safe and suitable working environment for all. If employed with CHEP, you will be tested for drugs and alcohol in line with out policy. Please can you confirm you are happy with this.* Can you provide copies of your qualifications before an interview if you progress in the recruitment process?Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr