Multi Skilled Engineer

SAICA PACK UK Ltd; Livingston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SAICA PACK UK Ltd is seeking a Permanent Multi-skilled Engineer (electrical bias) to join our Livingston site. The role operates on a 3-shift rotation (Early, Night, Backshift) with one weekend in six.

You will lead electrical issues on shift, support new equipment installations, and supervise contractors while maintaining high safety standards. Key requirements include 5+ years in production manufacturing, 17th/18th Edition qualifications, and strong mechanical repair skills.

Qualifications

• Safety training and awareness are essential.
• 17th or 18th Edition certified/qualified.
• At least 5 years of experience in production manufacturing.
• Ability to solve problems in a structured way.
• Ability to perform mechanical repairs as required.
• Familiar with Preventative Maintenance schedules and PM software.
• Experience supervising Contractors on site.
• Operate on-site powered vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Lead on shift for electrical issues across the site.
• Minimise machine downtime via Planned and Preventative Maintenance.
• Support installation of new equipment and supervise Contractors.
• Follow product safety and hygiene procedures (BRC) on site.

Skills

Safety training

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Problem solving

Team supervision

Reading electrical drawings

Hydraulics/Pneumatics

Education

Electrical Engineering

Engineering (A-Levels)

Tools

Planned & Preventative Maintenance software

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Join Saica Pack, a division of the Saica Group, where you'll have the opportunity to develop corrugated cardboard packaging solutions. At Saica Group, we have integrated the circular economy into our business model, embracing sustainability as the driving force behind a more responsible production model. At Saica Pack, you'll be part of the circle! We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world. If you're looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!

Job Description

Job: Multi Skilled Engineer. We are recruiting for a Permanent Multi-skilled Engineer with an electrical bias and strong mechanical skills for our site based in Livingston. You will work on a 3-shift rotation: Early Shift, Night Shift and Backshift and work 1 weekend in 6.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will hold a key role within the Engineering Maintenance team. Their purpose is to work flexibly within the team to minimise machine downtime through effective Planned and Preventative Maintenance as well as supporting with the installation of new equipment and supervising Contractors when needed. You will take the lead role on shift for electrical issues across the site and follow product safety and hygiene procedures in line with BRC requirements.

Essential Skills and Experience

• High degree of safety training and awareness
• 17th or 18th Edition certified/qualified
• At least 5 years experience in production manufacturing
• Ability to problem solve in a structured manner
• Ability to carry out mechanical repair as required
• Familiar with Preventative Maintenance schedules and the use of Planned and Preventative Maintenance software
• Management and supervision of Contractors
• Operate on-site powered vehicle’s
• Electrical Fault Finding and ability to read electrical drawings
• Experience with starting motors and censors
• Light programming required
• Ability to replace bearings and change diaphragm pumps
• Hydraulics / Pneumatics

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Leadership skills are highly desirable as are any of the following:
• High voltage
• IOSH Qualification
• Confined Spaces
• Drives
• PLC Interrogations
• Working at Heights
• COSHH

Work Experience

Engineering, Equipment Maintenance, General Engineering, General Health & Safety (H&S), Process Engineering, Risk Management

Education

Adult Education Qualifications: Electrical Engineering (Required), A-Levels (Advanced Levels): Engineering (Required)

Worker Type

Regular

Why choose Us

By joining the Saica Group, you're choosing more than a job – you're choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world. Saica Group is committed to Occupational Risk Prevention for its employees and partner companies, Environmental Protection, the Quality of its products and services, and Equal Opportunities between men and women. In our work, we strive to maintain a balance between professional and personal life. All CVs received will be handled in accordance with Personal Data Protection legislation and will be archived unless the candidate expressly requests their cancellation or rectification in writing. Join us today and shape tomorrow's sustainable solutions with the Saica Group.

Saica Group offers sustainable paper solutions for the manufacture of corrugated board and flexible packaging, promoting circularity in waste management. With more than 12,000 employees and a presence in 11 countries (Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United States), Saica Group has four business lines: the production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), the production of corrugated board packaging (Saica Pack), and flexible packaging (Saica Flex). The group's revenue is € 3.620 million (consolidated sales as of 31 December 2023).