Multi-skilled Engineer

Zest Careers; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the East Midlands is seeking a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to enhance their engineering team. The ideal candidate will excel in diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues and have proven experience in manufacturing. A NVQ level 3 or equivalent in electrical or mechanical disciplines is required. The role involves performing repairs, proactively ensuring reliability, and maintaining high standards in safety and record-keeping. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-performing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience in the food industry is very beneficial, though not essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical breakdowns efficiently and safely.
• Perform PPMs, repairs and reliability improvements.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are logged accurately in the CMMS.
• Demonstrate a consistent, high-level work ethic and a proactive approach.

Skills

Mechanical capability

Electrical capability

Problem-solving skills

Proactive work approach

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

We're recruiting for a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer

We're recruiting for a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a highly skilled and supportive Engineering team within one of the UK's leading food manufacturers. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer with strong mechanical and electrical capability who enjoys solving problems, working proactively and contributing to a high‑performing site.

What you'll be doing :

• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical breakdowns efficiently and safely.
• Performing PPMs, repairs and reliability improvements.
• Ensuring all maintenance activities are logged accurately in the CMMS.
• Demonstrating a consistent, high‑level work ethic and a proactive approach.

What I'm looking for :

• Proven experience as a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• NVQ level 3 minimum or equivalent (electrical preferable, mechanical considered).
• Experience in the food industry is very beneficial, though not essential.

Please reach out to Josh on 01780 483 999 or

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