At a Glance
- Tasks: Maximise reliability of production machinery and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a leading fresh milk production facility.
- Benefits: Attractive shift patterns, competitive benefits, and opportunities for personal development.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with a focus on safety and teamwork.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that drives innovation and efficiency in production processes.
- Qualifications: Experience in electrical, automation, and mechanical fault diagnosis is essential.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
Engineering Technician Multi-Skilled Electrically Biased (Pennybridge) As part of the sites multi-skilled engineering team, you will help maximise the reliability and performance of automated production, filling and packing equipment, plant and utilities.
Working closely with production colleagues, you will provide effective fault diagnosis, maintenance and continuous improvement support within a fast-paced fresh milk production environment.
Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager and Engineering Supervisor, your main duties will include; Maximise the reliability, efficiency and performance of production machinery, plant and site utilities.
Respond safely and promptly to breakdowns, diagnose electrical, automation and mechanical faults, and complete effective repairs.
Complete planned preventative maintenance, equipment overhauls and accurate engineering records.
Work with production teams to optimise equipment set-up, yields and overall operational efficiency.
Deliver continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives that reduce repeat breakdowns, downtime and costs.
Support the installation, modification and commissioning of new and existing plant and equipment.
Maintain safe, hygienic working standards and comply with all health, safety and environmental requirements.
Work flexibly as part of the shift engineering team, including providing emergency breakdown cover when required.
Shifts are 8 week cycle blocks of days and nights.
The successful candidate for this role will approach their work systematically, show the attributes to being reliable, the ability to provide a comprehensive engineering service to the site.
In return the company offers plenty of challenge for development, attractive shift patterns, a good working environment and a competitive benefit package.
To learn more about the company and apply online please visit Only applications from EU Nationals or those with a valid permit to work in the UK will be accepted.
Completed applications must be received before5pm Wednesday 19th August 2026 No unsolicited CVs from agencies please.
We are an equal opportunities employer TPBN1_NI
Engineering Technician - Pennybridge employer: Dale Farm Ltd
Dale Farm Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides extensive training and development opportunities, alongside a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Located in a vibrant sector, employees enjoy the unique advantage of contributing to sustainable practices within the dairy industry while being part of a supportive team culture.
