Multi-Skilled Engineer

Pioneer Selection; Bala; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving FMCG business in Bala is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Engineer to join their multi-skilled maintenance team. The role involves maintaining and improving production equipment and site facilities, with responsibilities including planned and reactive maintenance of machinery, fault diagnosis, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in a fast-paced production environment, with strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills. Attractive package includes a salary of £46,000 per annum, with opportunities for overtime and a company benefits scheme.

Benefits

Company pension & benefits scheme

Overtime opportunities

Excellent work-life balance

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer or relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., NVQ, HNC).
• Previous experience in FMCG or food production.
• Willingness to work Panama shift pattern (days and nights).

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of FMCG machinery.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective solutions to minimise downtime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Education

Level 3 qualification (NVQ, HNC)

Tools

PLCs

Conveyors

Packaging equipment

Automated systems

Job description

Are you a hands-on Maintenance Engineer looking to join a thriving FMCG business in a fast-paced, team-focused environment? We're recruiting for a proactive and skilled engineer to play a vital role in keeping production running smoothly at our facility in Bala, Gwynedd.

The Role:

Working as part of a multi-skilled maintenance team, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of production equipment and site facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of FMCG machinery
• Diagnosing faults and implementing effective solutions to minimise downtime
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with site compliance standards
• Recording all maintenance activity accurately via CMMS

About You:

We're looking for a motivated engineer with a solid background in FMCG, food manufacturing, or a similar fast-paced production environment.

• Time-served engineer or relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., NVQ, HNC)
• Mechanical or electrical bias with multi-skilled ability
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work Panama shift pattern (days and nights)
• Previous experience in FMCG or food production
• Knowledge of PLCs, conveyors, packaging equipment, or automated systems

What's On Offer:

• £46,000 per annum
• Panama shift pattern offering excellent work-life balance
• Overtime opportunities
• Company pension & benefits scheme

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Kieran at Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.

You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.

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