Multi Skilled Engineer - Newark

RecruitMe; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Newark on Trent is seeking a Multi Skilled Engineer to join their team. This role involves performing preventative and reactive maintenance in a state-of-the-art facility. The ideal candidate should possess mechanical and electrical expertise, alongside strong fault-finding skills. With a competitive salary and generous overtime payments, this is an exciting opportunity to grow within a multi-billion global company. Join us and take the next step in your engineering career today!

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Generous overtime payments

Career progression opportunities

Good holiday scheme

Paid breaks and free hot drinks

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a strong background in both electrical and mechanical engineering.
• Required to have fault-finding skills and an understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent electrical qualification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance tasks on-site.
• Work within a team of skilled engineers under a rotating shift pattern.
• Utilize expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to enhance performance.
• Apply fault-finding techniques to improve machinery efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical expertise

Electrical expertise

Fault-finding skills

Knowledge of pneumatics

Knowledge of hydraulics

Knowledge of PLCs

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent electrical qualification

17th Edition certification

Job description

Newark - Competitive with optional overtime offering a high OTE

Shift Pattern: 4 ON / 4 OFF rotation (06:00–18:00 / 18:00–06:00)

About the Role

They’re looking for a Multi Skilled Engineer problem solver!

Join a forward-thinking business as a Multi-Skilled Engineer and be part of a team that ensures the smooth running of a state-of-the-art food manufacturing facility—the largest of its kind in Europe.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Multi Skilled Engineer to join a business that is dedicated to staying at the forefront of the food manufacturing industry.

You’ll play a critical role in driving proactive problem-solving and innovation in a fast-paced environment.

As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you’ll work in a highly technical environment, supporting a range of preventative and reactive maintenance tasks. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you’ll use your expertise in both electrical and mechanical engineering to ensure equipment operates at peak performance.

This innovative food manufacturer is part of one of the largest food manufacturing groups globally, offering unparalleled opportunities for career progression, training, and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of preventative and reactive maintenance tasks on-site
• Work in a team of skilled engineers on a rotating 4 ON / 4 OFF shift pattern
• Utilize your electrical and mechanical skills, with good working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs
• Apply fault-finding techniques and support improvements in machinery performance

What We’re Looking For

• Multi Skilled Engineer with mechanical and electrical expertise
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent electrical qualification
• Strong fault-finding skills and a solid understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs
• Minimum 17th Edition certification

What’s on Offer

• Competitive starting salary with generous overtime payments
• Career progression and development within a market-leading global business
• Extensive benefits, discounts, and rewards, including life assistance
• Good holiday scheme
• Employee Engagement Days
• Paid Breaks and Free Hot Drinks
• Full training will be given for qualified engineers who are eager to learn and grow.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a £multi-billion global company with household name brands around the world, offering excellent career and promotion prospects in a commercially focused, fast-paced environment.

This is your chance to become part of a multi-billion global company with household-name brands around the world. You’ll work in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment that values your expertise and offers excellent career and promotion prospects.

Take the next step in your engineering career today! Apply now to join a business committed to innovation, excellence, and employee growth.

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