Job Summary
As a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer, you will support the Engineering Team in maintaining and improving plant reliability through both reactive and proactive electrical and mechanical engineering services. Your role will involve fault-finding, installation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of equipment and systems. This hands-on position offers a diverse scope of work, allowing you to apply and develop your technical skills across both modern and legacy systems within a single site environment
12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights) Overtime available (1 weekend per month).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct routine inspections of electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure full functionality, compliance, and hazard mitigation.
- Diagnose equipment failures and implement appropriate repair or replacement solutions.
- Document all maintenance activities, including repairs, faults, and parts usage, using the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Carry out repairs on electrical systems including wiring, circuit breakers, motors, control panels, and other key components.
- Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for new machinery prior to commissioning.
- Interpret and utilise engineering schematics, technical diagrams, and manuals during troubleshooting and repairs.
- Advise on equipment lifespan and proactively recommend replacement plans to prevent downtime or safety risks.
- Complete all preventative maintenance activities according to planned schedules to maximise uptime and reduce unplanned costs.
- Respond effectively and safely to breakdowns, minimising disruption to production processes.
- Support the installation and commissioning of new plant and equipment in line with applicable standards and regulations.
- Participate in design reviews for bespoke in-house machinery developments.
- Collaborate closely with production teams to support product quality and adherence to ISO 9001 standards.
- Promote and maintain high standards of housekeeping across work areas, workshops, and stores.
- Comply with all company rules, policies, and operating procedures at all times.
- Continuously seek and implement best practices in engineering and maintenance operations.
HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure full compliance with all Health & Safety policies and safe working practices.
- Maintain awareness of and comply with all statutory safety and environmental regulations.
- Champion safe behaviours and actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement in safety performance.
- Ensure appropriate handling, usage, and control of substances in accordance with COSHH regulations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Essential:
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar multi-skilled maintenance or engineering role.
- Recognised electrical and mechanical qualifications.
- Proven mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficient in the use of CMMS software for maintenance management.
- Experience with PUWER assessments.
Desirable:
- Working knowledge of PLC systems (programming not essential).
- Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Previous experience in extrusion and/or coating environments.
- Milling and turning experience.
Pay: £44,228.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Tayport DD6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have a recognised electrical or mechanical qualification?
Experience:
- Multi-skilled maintenance or engineering role: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
