Multi Skilled Engineer - Mechanical Bias

LGBT Jobs; Tinhay; Remote; GBP 57,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

4 on 4 off shift pattern

Subsidised canteen

Staff shop discounts

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Premier Foods is seeking a skilled Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical Bias) to join the Ambrosia Creamery in Lifton, Devon. You will diagnose, repair and prevent faults, keeping production lines running smoothly to serve millions of customers daily.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (HNC or similar) with rotating 4-on/4-off shifts. A proactive approach and familiarity with process and packaging plant are desirable. Competitive salary and benefits on offer.

Qualifications

• A qualified time served mechanical bias Multi skilled engineer (NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent).
• Familiarity with process and packaging plant is desirable.
• A proactive and flexible approach with rotating shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing, repairing, and preventing equipment faults to minimise downtime.
• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across food process, filling, and packing machinery.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and performance.
• Working collaboratively to maintain a safe, high-performing environment.

Skills

Mechanical bias

Proactive

Rotating shift

Education

NVQ Level 3

HNC or equivalent

Job description

Multi Skilled Engineer - Mechanical Bias

Multi Skilled Engineer - Mechanical Bias

Location: Lifton PL16, UK

Pay: salary of£57,234plus overtime opportunities

Highlighted points for this job

'Shift pattern: 4 on, 4 off (days & nights)'

'Role: Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical Bias)'

'Responsibilities: Diagnosing, repairing, and preventing equipment faults'

'Qualifications: NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent'

'Benefits: Career development, employee discounts, and subsidised canteen'

Location:Ambrosia Creamery, PL16 0BB
Salary: £57,431 per annum + overtime
Shift Pattern:4 on, 4 off (alternating days & nights)

About the role

We are looking for a skilledMulti-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical Bias)to join our engineering team at the Ambrosia Creamery in Lifton, Devon. This role is key to keeping our production lines running efficiently, ensuring our iconic products reach millions of customers every day.

What you’ll be doing:

• Diagnosing, repairing, and preventing equipment faults to minimise downtime
• Carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance across food process, filling, and packing machinery
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and performance
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe, high-performing environment

What we need from you:

• A qualified time served mechanical bias Multi skilled engineer (NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent)
• Familiarity with process and packaging plant (desirable but not essential)
• A proactive and flexible approach with the ability to work effectively on a rotating shift pattern

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary of£57,234plus overtime opportunities
• Attendance bonus
• 4 on, 4 offrotating days and nights shift pattern
• Career development opportunities within Premier Foods
• Access to employee benefits including Share Save scheme, Cycle to Work, and more
• Heavily subsidised canteen
• Staff shop with major discounts on the Premier Foods range

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.