Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Zest; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Cornwall is seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer. This role involves performing planned and reactive maintenance, diagnosing issues in automated equipment, and supporting efficiency projects. Ideal candidates will have a background in manufacturing, strong problem-solving abilities, and be comfortable working in a dynamic environment. The position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £47,000, with a Monday to Friday shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience in FLO manufacturing, preferably in food processing.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Comfortable working day shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in automated machinery.
• Support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Fault finding

Problem-solving

Tools

PLC

Sensors

Control panels

Job description

Position: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer | Location: Cornwall (commutable from Bodmin, Truro, Newquay, St Austell, Looe, Lostwithiel and surrounding areas) | Shift: Monday - Friday | Salary: £45,000 - £47,000

The Opportunity

Due to growth within the business an excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a rapidly growing, well-established manufacturing site. You'll be part of a friendly, experienced engineering team supporting production across high-volume processing operations.

The Role

Working on a double day shift, you'll be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, and continuous improvement across a range of modern manufacturing equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical & mechanical maintenance on production machinery


• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on automated and semi-automated equipment


• Work with PLCs, sensors, motors, and control panels


• Support continuous improvement and efficiency projects


• Ensure all work complies with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards


• Accurately complete maintenance records and documentation

About You

• Background in FLO manufacturing (food ideal, but not essential)


• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills


• Comfortable working day...