At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and troubleshoot automated production equipment in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a global leader in food manufacturing with a focus on engineering excellence.
- Benefits: Ongoing training, career progression, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Ex-forces candidates are encouraged to apply; strong problem-solving skills valued.
- Why this job: Enhance your skills in automation and make a real impact in a leading company.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering and 3+ years of maintenance experience.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 42500 £ per year.
My Client is looking for a Multi Skilled Engineer.
Join a global food manufacturing leader where you'll work with highly automated production equipment in a fast‑paced, engineering‑led environment.
You'll receive ongoing training and technical development, gain exposure to SAP, SCADA and PLC‑controlled systems, and have genuine opportunities to enhance your electrical and automation skills.
With continued investment in the engineering function and a strong focus on reliability, continuous improvement and engineering excellence, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long‑term career with clear progression opportunities.
Why Is the Role Available?
Due to continued investment in the engineering team, the business is expanding maintenance capability to improve site reliability, reduce downtime and support a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
- What We’re Looking For
- Electrical or Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
You’ll ideally have
- Strong electrical fault‑finding skills
- PLC fault‑finding experience
- Reactive maintenance experience
- Ability to independently diagnose and resolve breakdowns
- Experience within automated manufacturing environments
Essential Requirements
- NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent in Engineering
- 3+ years’ maintenance engineering experience
- Electrical and mechanical maintenance knowledge
- Planned and reactive maintenance experience
- Fault‑finding and breakdown repair expertise
- Experience working with automated machinery
- CMMS experience
- Strong health & safety awareness
- Ability to work rotating days and nights
Desirable Experience
- Food Manufacturing or FMCG
- SAP and/or SCADA
- GMP and Food Safety standards
- LOTO procedures
- Permit to Work systems
- Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, 5W1H)
- Contractor management
- Industries Considered
- Ideal
- Food Manufacturing
- FMCG
- Also Suitable
- Packaging
- Beverage
- Pharmaceutical
- Automated Warehousing
- Logistics Automation
- Process Manufacturing
- Heavy Industry
- General Manufacturing
- Ex‑Forces Encouraged to Apply
The Engineering Manager comes from a military background and values engineering capability, attitude and problem‑solving skills over direct industry experience.
Candidates with strong maintenance, fault‑finding and preventative maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.
Environment
You’ll be working in a highly automated, fast‑paced food manufacturing facility focused on:
- Asset reliability
- Downtime reduction
- Continuous improvement
- Health & Safety
- GMP and Food Safety compliance
- Equipment You’ll Work On
Experience with any of the following would be advantageous
- Automated production lines
- PLC‑controlled machinery
- Conveyors
- Packaging equipment
- Motors and gearboxes
- Pumps and valves
- Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- VSDs, sensors and instrumentation
A fantastic opportunity for an electrically biased maintenance engineer looking to develop automation skills, work with advanced manufacturing technology and build a long‑term career with a leading global business.
Get in touch to register your interest.
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Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in March employer: Synergi Search & Select Ltd
As a leading FMCG manufacturer in the confectionery sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and teamwork. Our employees benefit from comprehensive training programmes, opportunities for career advancement, and a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive salaries and a range of benefits that make us an employer of choice for skilled engineers looking to make a meaningful impact.
Contact Details:
Synergi Search & Select Ltd Recruitment Team
