Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Questech Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer for a prominent food manufacturer in the East Midlands. This permanent role involves conducting maintenance on production equipment, diagnosing faults, and driving continuous improvement within the engineering team. Suitable candidates should possess a relevant qualification and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Hands-on engineer with a passion for problem-solving.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Recognised engineering qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective solutions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Fault diagnosis

Education

Recognised qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)

Job description

Multi-Skilled Engineer – Food Manufacturing | Growing Business | Permanent Role

Location: Midlands

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Shifts: [Insert shift pattern – e.g., 4 on 4 off, days / nights]

Are you a hands‑on engineer with a passion for problem‑solving and continuous improvement?

Do you thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where no two days are the same?

We’re excited to be partnering with a rapidly growing food manufacturer that’s making waves in the industry. Due to continued investment and expansion, they’re looking to strengthen their engineering team with a Multi‑Skilled Engineer who’s ready to make a real impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of production and packaging equipment.
• Diagnosing faults and implementing effective solutions to minimise downtime.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to engineering projects.
• Working collaboratively with production and technical teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and food hygiene at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• A time‑served engineer with a recognised qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment – food / FMCG experience is…