Multi-Skilled Engineer - Food/ FMCG

Dunraven Recruitment Ltd; Penparcau; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer for a food manufacturer in Aberystwyth. This position requires strong mechanical knowledge and relevant electrical qualifications, focusing on delivering maintenance and resolving equipment breakdowns. The successful candidate will work day shifts only with numerous benefits including generous holiday and an enhanced pension scheme. Experience in FMCG environments is crucial for this role, offering a competitive salary discussed during the hiring process.

Benefits

33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Enhanced pension scheme (5% employer contribution)

Life insurance (3x annual salary)

Medical cover through employee wellbeing programme

Generous company sick pay

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical knowledge is essential within a FMCG or manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in machine maintenance, fabrication, and the ability to fault find is required.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance and drive continuous improvement.
• Respond to and resolve breakdowns quickly to minimise downtime.
• Monitor equipment to ensure compliance with food safety and health & safety standards.
• Carry out electrical and mechanical maintenance across production lines and equipment.
• Perform machine modifications and plant improvements.
• Complete basic plumbing and general engineering repairs.

Skills

Strong mechanical knowledge within an FMCG / manufacturing environment

Ability to read schematics and diagnose electrical / mechanical faults

Proven experience in machine maintenance, fabrication, and fault finding

Knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations

Education

18th Edition Electrical (City & Guilds) qualification OR Qualified by experience

Job description

Job Title: Multi‑Skilled Engineer – Food/FMCG

Location: Aberystwyth

Salary: Discussed on initial call (competitive)

Industry: Food/FMCG Manufacturing

Shift Pattern: Monday‑Friday, 06:00‑14:30 (40 hours)

The Company

This is an excellent opportunity to join a long‑established and award‑winning food manufacturer that forms part of a leading global group. With a reputation for high‑quality products and strong local roots, the business offers long‑term career prospects within a secure, people‑focused environment.

Multi‑Skilled Engineer Job Responsibilities

• Delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and driving continuous improvement.
• Responding to and resolving breakdowns quickly to minimise downtime.
• Monitoring equipment to ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and quality standards.
• Carrying out electrical and mechanical maintenance across a range of production lines, packaging machinery, and services equipment (including boilers, pasteurisers and processors).
• Performing machine modifications and plant improvements.
• Basic plumbing, fabrication, and general engineering repairs.
• Recording all activities accurately on CMMS systems.
• Working independently with minimal supervision, while also supporting the wider engineering team.

Required Multi‑Skilled Engineer Qualifications

• 18th Edition Electrical (City & Guilds) qualification OR Qualified by experience.
• Strong mechanical knowledge within an FMCG / manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in machine maintenance, fabrication, and fault finding.
• Ability to read schematics and diagnose electrical / mechanical faults.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations.

Benefits

• Day shifts only (Monday‑Friday, 06:00‑14:30) – no nights or weekends.
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Enhanced pension scheme (5% employer contribution).
• Life insurance (3x annual salary).
• Medical cover through employee wellbeing programme.
• Generous company sick pay.
• Free onsite parking.