Multi-Skilled Electrical Engineer - Food Manufacturing

Saputo Inc.; Rothesay; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Pension contributions

Onsite parking

Long service recognition

Life assurance

Job summary

Saputo UK SDUK is seeking a multi-skilled engineer with an electrical bias for our Isle of Bute site, producing branded and retailer-owned dairy-free products. This hands-on role covers fault diagnosis, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement of PPMs, with CMMS data usage and collaboration with operations and quality teams.

You will work with PLC automation, maintain safety standards (18th Edition), and support R&D activities to scale up lines.

Qualifications

• Experienced multi-skilled engineer with apprenticeship/NVQ3/HNC or equivalent.
• Hands-on knowledge of UK electrical standards and legislations.
• 18th Edition qualification (supported if needed).
• Experience with equipment in food production/manufacturing environments.
• Experience with automation/controls (PLC).
• Knowledge of permits to work, LOTO and H&S requirements on site.
• CMMS proficiency and data interpretation for efficiency improvements.

Responsibilities

• Fault diagnosis, maintenance, and safe servicing per OEM instructions and CMMS.
• Improve asset care standards and site compliance.
• Use data to drive continuous improvement and top-line performance.
• Maintain and archive maintenance documentation per site procedures.
• Provide detailed technical guidance for planning and execution of activities.
• Manage contractors and ensure safe, compliant work practices.
• Coordinate with operations and quality teams on timelines and sign-offs.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Maintenance planning

CMMS data analysis

Site safety compliance

Contractor management

Cross-functional communication

PLC automation experience

Education

Apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3 / HNC (or equivalent)

18th Edition qualification

Tools

CMMS

PLC programming knowledge

Job description

Saputo UK SDUK is seeking a multi-skilled engineer with an electrical bias for our Isle of Bute site, producing branded and retailer-owned dairy-free products. This hands-on role covers fault diagnosis, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement of PPMs, with CMMS data usage and collaboration with operations and quality teams.

You will work with PLC automation, maintain safety standards (18th Edition), and support R&D activities to scale up lines.