Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 50,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: DH1 Durham County Durham
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Benefits:
* Competitive salary of up to £50,000
* Monday to Friday days-based shift pattern
* Company pension scheme
* Staff discount
* 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
* Career progression opportunities within a well-established food manufacturer
* Recognition and reward programme
Key Multi Skilled Engineer Responsibilities:
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across production and site equipment.
* Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults to minimise production downtime.
* Act as the lead engineer on site, providing day-to-day technical guidance and support to the engineering team (no direct reports).
* Ensure machinery is operating safely, efficiently, and to the required production standards.
* Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergency maintenance requirements.
* Conduct routine inspections, fault finding, and equipment health checks.
* Order, fit, and replace components and spare parts as required.
* Work closely with the Engineering Manager to improve equipment reliability and site performance.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machine efficiency and reduce recurring faults.
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete quality inspections on all engineering work.
* Promote and maintain high standards of Health & Safety, food safety, and hygiene across the site.
Multi Skilled Engineer Requirements:
Essential:
* Multi Skilled Engineer with recognised electrical qualifications.
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (or equivalent) is essential.
* Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding and maintenance experience.
* Previous experience within a food manufacturing, FMCG, or similar production environment.
* Ability to prioritise planned maintenance alongside reactive breakdowns.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
* Ability to work independently while leading engineering activities on shift.
Desired:
* Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical or Multi Skilled Engineering.
* HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience leading or mentoring small engineering teams.
* Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and equipment reliability techniques