12-Hour Shift Maintenance Engineer – Multi-Skilled

ReFood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ReFood is seeking a suitably qualified Multi-Skilled Maintenance Shift Engineer to join our AD plant in Dagenham. This full-time role involves 12-hour shifts on a 4 on 4 off cycle (days and nights, including weekends) at a state-of-the-art site focused on sustainable waste processing.

You will perform planned maintenance on pumps, motors, gearboxes and valves, conduct risk assessments, support projects and adhere to Health & Safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised apprenticeship.
• Hold a minimum CGLI or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Engineering experience is advantageous, preferably in AD.
• Experience with isolations and LOTO (Mechanical/Electrical).
• Dual skilled mechanical/electrical is desirable but not essential.
• Experience with pumps (centrifugal, lobe, diaphragm, screw).
• Able to replace shafts, seals, bearings, pipework and fittings.
• Comfort with valve replacements and basic pneumatics.
• Must be used to working at height.
• Basic IT skills and flexible hours.
• Analytical problem solving and clear communication.
• Ability to work independently or in a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Risk assessing all jobs before work begins.
• Undertaking planned preventative maintenance and lubrication schedules on pumps, motors, gearboxes and valves.
• Completing reactive tasks from defect lists and logging readings.
• Assisting with contractor and third‑party asset services and general housekeeping.
• Completing logs and job sheets as required.
• Participating in projects, continuous improvement and modern manufacturing principles.
• Adhering to site H&S regulations and attending safety training.
• Installing and maintaining equipment to minimise production interruptions.
• Assisting with other duties and ad hoc projects as required.
• Undertaking any other duties as requested by ReFood Management.

Skills

Safety awareness

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Basic IT skills

Education

Recognised apprenticeship

CGLI or equivalent (Mechanical Engineering)

Job description

ReFood is seeking a suitably qualified Multi-Skilled Maintenance Shift Engineer to join our AD plant in Dagenham. This full-time role involves 12-hour shifts on a 4 on 4 off cycle (days and nights, including weekends) at a state-of-the-art site focused on sustainable waste processing.

You will perform planned maintenance on pumps, motors, gearboxes and valves, conduct risk assessments, support projects and adhere to Health & Safety regulations.