Multi Skilled Engineer

Morrisons; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Discounts for staff 15%

Friend discount 10%

Leadership School

Staff canteen

Free parking

Pension

Healthcare / Wellbeing benefits

MyPerks

Charity donations

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Morrisons is looking for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to keep our manufacturing site running smoothly. You will maintain, repair and improve machinery to minimise downtime and maximise throughput in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you will perform inspections, respond to breakdowns, arrange changeovers, and collaborate with production to drive efficiency while ensuring health and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• NVQ3/ONC equivalent in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems in FMCG.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery incl. conveyors, motors, pumps.
• Proactive maintenance mindset to ensure equipment reliability.
• Good understanding of HACCP; IEE 18th edition wiring regs advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Respond to machinery breakdowns, diagnose, repair or coordinate with specialists.
• Carry out machine adjustments and changeovers to support production efficiency.
• Monitor and calibrate equipment to meet quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with production teams on process improvements.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and inventory.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and company policies.
• Stay updated with industry advancements relevant to the role.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Industrial machinery repair

Conveyors & packaging

Communication

Decisive/ Assertive

Education

NVQ level 3 / ONC mechanical or electrical

BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic

Job description

More About The Role

Our sites are ever-demanding, complex and in some cases operate 24 hours a day - so it's vital we have a strong Engineering team who ensure our machines work to the best of their ability. So we can continue to provide great products to our customers, whilst still ensuring speediness. As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Manufacturing site. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of our machinery and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. This is a hands‑on role that requires strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly.

More About The Role

Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you will also:

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment, identifying and resolving any potential issues before they cause disruptions
• Respond promptly to machinery breakdowns, diagnose the problem, and perform repairs or coordinate with external specialists when necessary
• Carry out machine adjustments and changeovers to support production line efficiency and minimise downtime
• Monitor and calibrate equipment to ensure accuracy, quality, and safety standards are met
• Collaborate with production teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and provide technical expertise to enhance productivity
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, including maintenance schedules, repairs, and spare parts inventory
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Stay updated with industry advancements and new technologies relevant to the role

More about our perks

• Generous holiday entitlement
• 15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores from the day you join us
• Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities - read more about our Leadership School here
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Competitive pension and life assurance
• Healthcare / Wellbeing benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• 'MyPerks' with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
• Optional payroll charity donations
• A range of family-friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave

More about you

As well as the ability to work at pace, we're also looking for someone who has:

• Qualifications to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent, ONC mechanical/electrical engineering, BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic engineering)
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems used in FMCG industry
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery, including conveyors, motors, pumps, and packaging equipment
• Proactive approach to maintenance and a commitment to ensuring the highest levels of equipment reliability
• A good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 18th edition wiring regulations would be advantageous
• Excellent communication skills
• Assertiveness with the ability to make decisions on the spot
• A can do attitude and a strong work ethic