Multi Skilled Engineer (Field Based)

CHEP; England; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking a Field-Based Multi-Skilled Engineer with an electrical bias to cover multiple sites. The role includes maintaining, fault-finding, and improving automated equipment, ensuring safety and operational performance. Candidates should have a Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship, multi-skilled capabilities, and experience in fast-paced environments. This position offers a competitive salary of £52,500 plus bonuses and a range of benefits, including a company van and enhanced pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual bonus (typically 10% of base salary)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company van for travel between sites

Enhanced pension (you 5%, CHEP 7.5%)

Share scheme (matched 1:1 after 1 year)

Single private healthcare cover

Life assurance, employee assistance & wellbeing apps

Everyday retail discounts platform

Volunteer day

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong electrical bias with relevant electrical qualifications.
• Multi-skilled capability across electrical and mechanical disciplines.
• Experience in fast-paced, safety-critical or automated environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver proactive and reactive maintenance across multiple CHEP facilities.
• Diagnose faults and conduct detailed root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement across equipment and maintenance processes.

Skills

Strong electrical bias with relevant electrical qualifications

Multi-skilled capability across electrical and mechanical disciplines

Confident fault-finding skills (electrical, mechanical, PLC)

Ability to read engineering drawings and use workshop tools

Experience with automation, PLCs, robotics, or similar technologies

Proactive, safety-focused mindset

Education

Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical / Mechanical Maintenance

Job description

Multi‑Skilled Engineer (Field Based) – Thurrock & Surrounding Sites

Salary : £52,500 + annual bonus (typically 10% of base salary)

Hours : Monday–Friday 37.5 hours a week (typically 8 : 00–16 : 00, with flexibility for occasional call‑outs)

Contract : Full-time, Permanent

Base Location : Thurrock (covering predominantly Dagenham, Sittingbourne, as well as supporting the Midlands to cover team holidays).

Why join CHEP?

CHEP is recognised as one of the Top 17 Global Employers , offering exceptional development opportunities, strong values, and a culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Your benefits include :

• Annual bonus (typically 10% of base salary)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy / sell days)
• Company van for travel between sites
• Enhanced pension (you 5%, CHEP 7.5%)
• Share scheme (matched 1 : 1 after 1 year)
• Single private healthcare cover
• Life assurance, employee assistance & wellbeing apps
• Everyday retail discounts platform
• Volunteer day
• Free on‑site parking

About the role

We’re looking for a Field‑Based Multi‑Skilled Engineer with an electrical bias to support several CHEP service centres across the Thurrock region. You’ll be responsible for maintaining, fault‑finding, and improving automated equipment across multiple sites, ensuring high levels of safety, reliability, and operational performance.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact across multiple operations.

What you’ll do

• Deliver proactive and reactive maintenance across multiple CHEP facilities
• Diagnose faults and conduct detailed root cause analysis
• Drive continuous improvement across equipment and maintenance processes
• Support site reliability initiatives : identify failure modes, analyse trends, and implement corrective actions
• Assist with project work, upgrades, and change initiatives
• Use CMMS to log, track, and manage maintenance activities
• Supervise contractors and issue work permits
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with regulations and CHEP standards

What we need from you

• Strong electrical bias with relevant electrical qualifications
• Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical / Mechanical Maintenance
• Multi‑skilled capability across electrical and mechanical disciplines
• Experience in fast‑paced, safety‑critical or automated environments
• Confident fault‑finding skills (electrical, mechanical, PLC)
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use workshop tools
• Experience with automation, PLCs, robotics, or similar technologies (highly desirable)
• A proactive, safety‑focused mindset and the ability to work independently across multiple sites
• Full UK driving licence

About CHEP

CHEP is the global leader in pallet, crate, and container pooling, supporting the world’s biggest brands with over 300 million assets across 55+ countries. We’re committed to sustainability, diversity, and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Ready to take your engineering career on the road?

Apply today to join our field‑based engineering team supporting Thurrock, Dagenham, Sittingbourne, and beyond.