Bakery Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer — Impact & Uptime

Hovis Bakeries; Stockport; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hovis Bakeries in Stockport seeks a Multi-skilled Shift Engineer to ensure safe, efficient production of bakery goods. You’ll handle planned maintenance, fault finding, and upgrades across electrical and mechanical systems to support quality output.

You will diagnose faults, manage CMMS, and participate in installations and improvements while delivering continuous improvement and 24/7 support as needed. English fluency and a strong engineering background are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (Electrical) or equivalent trade accreditation.
• C&G 2382 BS 7671 17th/18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Time-served electrically biased apprenticeship in engineering.
• HNC/HND in Engineering (desirable).
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Carry out engineering work efficiently and effectively, following GMP, safety legislation, and company standards.
• Work across electrical and mechanical trades as qualified and authorised.
• Diagnose faults and perform breakdown repairs on process equipment, bakery plant, packaging machinery, and site services.
• Fully utilise and help develop the CMMS to achieve world-class asset performance.
• Perform planned maintenance, modifications, installations, and upgrades to plant machinery and site services.
• Work with suppliers on machine issues and ensure documentation/drawings are up to date.
• Take a proactive role in projects, including supporting installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Drive CI initiatives to reduce downtime and improve safety and quality.
• Deliver 24/7 engineering support as required to keep the bakery running smoothly.
• Manage contractors to ensure safety, hygiene, and quality standards.

Skills

Fluent English

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (Electrical) or equivalent trade accreditation

C&G 2382 BS 7671 17th/18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Time-served electrically biased apprenticeship

HNC/HND in Engineering (desirable)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Hovis Bakeries in Stockport seeks a Multi-skilled Shift Engineer to ensure safe, efficient production of bakery goods. You’ll handle planned maintenance, fault finding, and upgrades across electrical and mechanical systems to support quality output.

You will diagnose faults, manage CMMS, and participate in installations and improvements while delivering continuous improvement and 24/7 support as needed. English fluency and a strong engineering background are essential.