Multi-Skilled Engineer – Food/ FMCG
Salary: £46,000 per annum
Location: Peterborough
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Bias: Mechanical
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Day Shifts)
Role Overview
We are looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with a mechanical bias to join a thriving food production facility in Peterborough. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring machinery reliability, supporting production operations through both proactive maintenance and emergency repair work. Working from a high-standard, accredited facility, you will be integral to maintaining the smooth and efficient running of all production and service equipment. This is a hands-on position ideal for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, high-care environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out reactive and planned maintenance across all production and packing areas, minimising downtime and maximising plant efficiency.
- Complete risk assessments ahead of all maintenance tasks, ensuring all safety measures are implemented.
- Maintain and operate site service equipment including boilers, air compressors, chilled water systems, and effluent treatment plants.
- Deliver consistent scheduling and record-keeping of all maintenance activities including inspections, repairs, and services.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on loss reduction and operational efficiency.
- Assist in machinery upgrades, installations, and the relocation of existing assets.
- Conduct thorough root cause analyses and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences.
- Work to high engineering and food safety standards aligned with industry certifications.
- Embrace a clean-as-you-go approach, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times.
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure seamless communication and minimal disruption during maintenance.
Required Attributes for a Multi-Skilled Engineer
- Dual-skilled with strong mechanical knowledge and competency in electrical engineering.
- Proven experience working in a manufacturing or food production environment (2+ years).
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to fault finding.
- Confident working both independently and collaboratively with wider teams.
- Excellent communication abilities — able to engage effectively across all levels of the business.
- Competent IT and administrative skills for maintaining detailed engineering records.
- Commitment to high standards of quality, food safety, and workplace safety practices.
- Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
- 4-day working week (4 on 4 off, day shifts only)
- 23 days holiday including bank holidays
- Company pension scheme with salary sacrifice options
- Health Cashback Plan and Wellness Programme
- Death in Service insurance
- Onsite parking facilities
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Eye care voucher scheme
- Exclusive store discounts and employee referral programme
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
Work Location: In perso
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