Retail Nights Engineer

Retail Nights Engineer

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Dawn Meats

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support engineering operations and maintain machinery in a dynamic food processing environment.
  • Company: Join Dunbia, a leading supplier of quality beef and lamb products in Europe.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, weekly wages, pension scheme, and subsidised meals.
  • Other info: Flexible shifts and a supportive team culture await you!
  • Why this job: Kickstart your engineering career with hands-on experience and growth opportunities.
  • Qualifications: Engineering qualifications and a proactive attitude are essential.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

Dunbia is one of Europe’s leading and respected suppliers of top-quality beef and lamb products, supplying national and international retail, commercial and foodservice markets.

Our mission is to support farmers, the rural economy, and feed the country by working with local farmers to produce consistent quality lamb and beef from naturally sustainable sources.

We are actively seeking individuals who are keen to take up a career within one of Europe’s leading food processing companies.

Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, we are looking for enthusiastic candidates to support Engineering Operations on the Retail Night Engineering Department.

We welcome recently qualified candidates who want to develop and progress with the business.

The core pattern of work is based on a four‑on‑four‑off rolling shift pattern from 18:00 to 06:30.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned maintenance, fault finding and repairs in the production departments
  • Support Engineering/Production operations as required
  • Move and re‑install machinery when needed
  • Perform machine change‑overs and set‑ups
  • Carry out check sheets as required
  • Liaise with external contractors when necessary
  • Maintain effective working relationships with key site personnel
  • Mentor and train single‑skilled engineers
  • Adhere to company policies and procedures and Health & Safety legislation

Qualifications

  • Proven track record in a multi‑skilled engineering position
  • Recognised engineering qualifications, e. g. 17th Edition
  • Comfortable working in a meat processing environment
  • Ability to work independently and proactively, using initiative to solve problems
  • Excellent time‑management skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Flexible approach to working hours with the ability to do additional hours as required to meet business demands
  • Welding ability is an advantage (full training will be provided)

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Weekly paid
  • Death in Service Scheme
  • Nest pension
  • Subsidised canteen with seasonal meat packages
  • Site engagement activities
  • 28 days holiday, including 8 bank holidays
  • Excellent opportunities for progression across a variety of departments
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Retail Nights Engineer employer: Dawn Meats

Dunbia is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where employees can thrive in their engineering careers while contributing to sustainable food production. With competitive salaries, a supportive culture that encourages professional growth, and unique benefits like a subsidised canteen and seasonal meat packages, Dunbia stands out as a rewarding place to work for those passionate about the food industry.

Dawn Meats

Contact Details:

Dawn Meats Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Retail Nights Engineer

Planned Maintenance
Fault Finding
Repairs
Machine Change-Overs
Set-Ups
Health & Safety Compliance
Time Management