Multi-Skilled Engineer

Warburtons; North East; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK bakery brand is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team in Newburn Bakery. The role involves conducting preventative maintenance and engaging in root cause analysis to enhance productivity. Ideal candidates will have engineering qualifications and a strong safety mindset. Enjoy perks like a discretionary bonus scheme and personal development through the Engineering Academy.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Generous pension contributions

Holiday trading scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Continued professional development

Fully stocked kitchens

Family discounts

Qualifications

• Technically strong Multi Skilled Engineers with an electrical bias.
• Experience in FMCG or high-volume manufacturing is preferred.
• Knowledge of H&S systems and legislation is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to prevent downtime.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement and Energy Efficiency Projects.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Problem-solving

Root cause analysis

Condition-based monitoring

Education

Engineering qualification (apprenticeship, BTEC, HNC)

Job description

Role : Multi-Skilled Engineer

Location : Newburn Bakery

Hours : 4 on 4 off Shift Pattern

Salary : Circa £55,000 + Overtime + Annual Profit-Related Bonus

We’re Warburtons – proudly born and bred in the North, and still proudly family-owned.

From humble beginnings in Bolton to becoming the UK’s number one bakery brand, we’ve built our reputation on quality, innovation, and investing in our people. As part of a £27 million investment in our two North East bakeries, we’re expanding our Engineering team in Newburn – and we’re on the lookout for the best Multi-Skilled Engineers to join our journey.

Why Join Us?

At Warburtons, engineering isn’t just about keeping the lines running – it’s about driving the future of baking. With a strong Northern heritage and a forward-thinking mindset, we blend traditional values with cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the game. That’s why we’re embracing next-generation automation and technological engineering gains , with a bold vision to become world-class.

Our newly launched Engineering Academy , built in partnership with the IMechE , is one of our proudest achievements. It’s designed to develop and elevate our engineers, equipping you with the skills, training, and recognition to thrive, whether you want to deepen your technical expertise or progress your career.

What You’ll Be Getting Stuck Into

You’ll join a highly skilled, collaborative team of Engineers focused on:

• Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Condition-Based Monitoring (CBM)
• Continuous Improvement and Energy Efficiency Projects

From diagnosing faults before they cause downtime to delivering long-term fixes and system upgrades, this is a hands‑on, proactive role that plays a critical part in the success of our 24/7, high-speed, automated food manufacturing site.

What We’re Looking For

We want talented engineers who are hungry to learn, grow and make an impact. Here’s what helps you rise to the top of the list :

• Technically strong Multi Skilled Engineers, predominately electrically biased with mechanical skills (ideally in FMCG or high-volume manufacturing)
• An apprenticeship, BTEC, HNC or similar engineering qualification
• Experience with condition-based monitoring (thermal imaging, ultrasound, vibration analysis) is a bonus
• Top-tier problem‑solving and root cause analysis skills
• A safety-first mindset, with good knowledge of H&S systems and legislation
• A desire to develop, contribute, and take ownership in a team striving for operational excellence

Extra Dough

• A slice of the annual profits with our discretionary bonus scheme
• Award-winning pension with generous company contributions
• Holiday trading scheme – buy up to an extra week off per year
• Life assurance, plus health & wellbeing support including physiotherapy and a 24/7 helpline
• Continued personal and professional development through the Warburtons Engineering Academy
• Fully stocked kitchens (yes – crumpets, teacakes, and more)
• Discounts for you and your family through our Extra Dough platform

Sounds like the right mix? Then it’s time to bring your skills to the table.

Apply today and help shape the future of engineering at Warburtons – where tradition meets innovation, and every day is a fresh opportunity to rise.