Multi Skilled Engineer

The Sterling Choice; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Greater Lincolnshire seeks a talented Shift Engineer to join their team. This hands-on role involves a mix of reactive and planned maintenance, with a focus on mechanical and electrical fault-finding on production equipment. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering qualification and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Enjoy a stable 4 on 4 off shift pattern that ensures a solid work-life balance and the opportunity for continuous improvement in a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Autonomy in the role

Supportive team culture

Investment in equipment

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled Engineer with experience in food or FMCG manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Confidence working with production teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure fast breakdown response to keep production running.
• Carry out planned maintenance and reliability improvements.
• Work closely with operations to minimize downtime.
• Ensure safe and compliant engineering activities across site.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding skills

Electrical fault-finding skills

Proactive mindset

Experience in fast-paced manufacturing

Education

Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ 3 / HNC / HND or similar)

Job description

Shift Engineer - 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights)

Food Manufacturing | Modern Kit | Strong Engineering Culture

I'm supporting a well‑invested food manufacturer that's looking to add a talented Shift Engineer to their team. If you enjoy a mix of reactive work, planned maintenance, and genuine continuous improvement — this is the kind of environment where you'll stay challenged and keep developing.

This isn't a role where you're stuck on one line or doing the same repetitive tasks. You'll be working across a broad range of production equipment, supporting operations, and playing a key part in keeping the site running smoothly.

Why engineers like this site

• A leadership team that actually listens to engineering
• A culture where you're trusted to get on with the job
• Investment in equipment and reliability
• A genuinely varied workload — no two days look the same
• A stable 4 on 4 off pattern with long breaks built in

What the role looks like

• Keeping production running through fast, effective breakdown response
• Carrying out planned maintenance and reliability improvements
• Mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic fault‑finding
• Supporting continuous improvement and equipment upgrades
• Working closely with operations to reduce downtime
• Ensuring safe, compliant engineering activity across site

It's a hands‑on role where you'll have autonomy, visibility, and the chance to make a real impact.

What I'm looking for

If you're a multi‑skilled Engineer with experience in food or FMCG manufacturing, I'd love to speak with you. Ideally you'll bring:

• A recognised engineering qualification (NVQ 3 / HNC / HND or similar)
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills
• Experience working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
• Confidence working with production teams and other departments

If you've worked on a wide range of kit and enjoy variety, you'll fit in well here.

Shift Pattern

4 on, 4 off - 12‑hour shifts (days & nights)

Predictable rotation, long breaks, and a solid work/life balance.

Interested?

If you're an Engineer who wants a role with variety, autonomy, and a supportive team behind you, apply now or contact me via LinkedIn (Declan Crowson @ The Sterling Choice)