Multi-Skilled Engineer

PLACE UK Ltd; Tunstead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentoring

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

PLACE UK Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer who has recently completed an Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification. This fast-paced FMCG environment offers hands-on experience, skills development, and a clear path to a long-term career within a supportive engineering team.

You'll work on preventative maintenance, fault finding, and continuous improvement across production equipment, guided by experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Recently completed an Engineering Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification.
• A background or interest in Food Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, FMCG, or a related sector.
• A good understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities.
• Assist with fault finding and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Support production teams to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency.
• Help identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures.
• Learn and develop your skills across a range of manufacturing systems and technologies.

Skills

Mechanical & Electrical Principles

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship / HNC/HND

Job description

Are you a recently qualified engineer looking for your first step into a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Multi-Skilled Engineer who has recently completed an Engineering Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or equivalent engineering qualification. This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful FMCG manufacturing business where you'll gain hands-on experience, develop your technical skills, and build a long-term career within a supportive engineering team.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our Engineering team, you'll support the maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment across our production site. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will:

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities.

Assist with fault finding and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.

Support production teams to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency.

Help identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.

Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures.

Learn and develop your skills across a range of manufacturing systems and technologies.

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from candidates who have:

Recently completed an Engineering Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification.

A background or interest in Food Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, FMCG, or a related sector.

A good understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

A genuine passion for engineering and continuous improvement.

What’s In It For You?

Structured training and development opportunities.

Mentoring from experienced engineering professionals.

Exposure to modern manufacturing technologies and equipment.

Career progression opportunities within a growing business.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

The opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic FMCG environment.

Ready to Build Your Future?

If you’ve recently qualified and are looking to develop your engineering career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.