Multi Skilled Engineer – Scunthorpe

Tom Orange Recruitment Ltd; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tom Orange Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Multi Skilled Engineer in Scunthorpe to join an innovative engineering team. The successful candidate will maintain and enhance food processing equipment, requiring strong problem-solving abilities and communication skills. With 3 years of experience in engineering, especially in food manufacturing, and an engineering degree or NVQ 3 equivalent, you'll work in a dynamic setting contributing to complex projects. This position involves a 4 on 4 off shift rota that demands technical proficiency in mechanical and electrical domains.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Engineering experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks and breakdown resolutions on food processing equipment.
• Conduct repairs and modifications to machinery.
• Perform fault finding and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Continuous Improvement

Education

Engineering degree

NVQ 3 or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a highly versatile and technically proficient Multi Skilled Engineer to join our innovative engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the design, development, and optimisation of complex systems across electrical and mechanical domains. This role offers an exciting opportunity to utilise a broad skill set in a dynamic environment, contributing to cutting‑edge projects that demand both specialised technical knowledge and adaptable problem‑solving abilities.

Hours of Work

• 4 on 4 off shift rota
• 6am to 6pm / 6pm to 6am

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks and breakdown resolution on various types of food processing equipment
• Conduct repairs and modifications to machinery
• Fault finding and maintenance on mechanical assemblies
• Fault finding and maintenance on electrical systems
• Fault finding and maintenance on pneumatic systems
• Carrying out PPM tasks and reporting findings
• Recording of all tasks on Shires CMMS
• Alerting Engineering Buyer if parts are required
• Responsible for own H&S and that of others around
• Building close working relationships with area leads
• Completing all necessary paperwork for safety and technical compliance
• Liaise with Engineering Manager and Maintenance Manager on foreseeable issues and any improvements

Knowledge and Specific Skills

• NVQ 3 or equivalent
• 3 years Engineering experience in food manufacturing environment
• Continuous Improvement experience
• Engineering degree

Those wishing to apply must possess the following

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate to all levels of staff, from operatives to senior management