Multi-Skilled Engineer

Dunraven Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Career progression

Training support

Food manufacturing environment

Job summary

Dunraven Recruitment Limited is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer for a permanent, days-based role in a well‑established food manufacturing site in Chester. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance across all machinery and utilities, ensuring high standards of GMP and hygiene.

The role requires recognized electrical qualifications, 17th/18th Edition, and a proactive problem-solving approach. Monday–Friday days, with progression opportunities and company pension.

Qualifications

• Essential: Recognised electrical engineering qualification (apprenticeship, ONC, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Experience in FMCG or food manufacturing environments.
• 17th or 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Multi-skilled engineering with strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding abilities.
• Experience in both planned and reactive maintenance in manufacturing settings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across site machinery.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical and electronic faults to minimise downtime.
• Work hands-on across factory areas supporting production, processing and facilities.
• Maintain service plant and utilities including boilers and compressed air.
• Ensure maintenance is documented and records are accurate.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Preventive maintenance

Reactive maintenance

Problem solving

Record keeping

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Electrical engineering apprenticeship

ONC/City & Guilds

HNC/HND

Tools

BRCGS standards

Food manufacturing systems

Job description

Multi Skilled Engineer

Location: Chester

Salary: £45,618

Industry: FMCG / Food Manufacturing

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Shift: Monday – Friday: Days - 8am - 4:30pm

Reporting To: Engineering Manager

Benefits

• Competitive salary


• Monday to Friday, days-based shift pattern


• Company pension scheme


• Holiday allowance


• Career progression and development opportunities


• Training and qualification support where required


• Opportunity to work within a well-established food manufacturing environment


• Supportive engineering and production team

Key Multi-Skilled Engineer Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, servicing, repairs, and inspections across all site machinery and equipment.


• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and electronic faults to minimise downtime and maximise plant availability.


• Work hands-on across all areas of the factory, supporting production, processing, packing, and facility operations.


• Maintain service plant and utilities, including boilers, chilled water systems, compressed air, and effluent treatment systems.


• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed to a high standard, with accurate records maintained and equipment hygienically handed back to production.


• Conduct appropriate risk assessments before undertaking maintenance work and ensure identified control measures are implemented before work begins.


• Support root cause analysis and reliability improvement activities to reduce recurring equipment failures and production losses.


• Assist with new equipment design and engineering improvement projects where required.


• Ensure machinery and engineering activities meet retailer standards and the required food safety and operator safety requirements.


• Follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and maintain a strong \"clean as you go\" culture.


• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, food safety, hygiene, and engineering compliance always.

Multi-Skilled Engineer Requirements

• Essential:Recognised electrical engineering qualification, such as an apprenticeship, ONC, City & Guilds, or equivalent.


• Experience working within FMCG or Food Manufacturing


• 17th or 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations qualification.


• Multi-skilled engineering experience with strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding abilities.


• Proven experience carrying out both planned preventative and reactive maintenance within a manufacturing or production environment.


• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving engineering issues.


• Ability to work confidently both independently and as part of a wider engineering team.


• Computer literate with the ability to accurately complete maintenance and engineering records.


• Strong understanding of the importance of accurate record keeping for quality, food safety, Health & Safety, and engineering compliance.


• Strong team-working ethic and a positive, hands-on approach.


• Desired:Mechanical engineering qualification alongside electrical qualifications.


• Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical or Multi-Skilled Engineering.


• HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification.


• Previous experience working within a UK retailer-standard or BRCGS-accredited food manufacturing environment.


• Experience with root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and reliability engineering.