Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Manucomm Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer near Shepton Mallet is seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain and repair automated production machinery. The ideal candidate will have experience in FMCG environments and possess recognized engineering qualifications. Responsibilities include fault diagnosis, compliance with standards, and collaboration with teams. The role offers a competitive salary of £48,900, along with excellent benefits including training, development, overtime opportunities, and a 5% employer pension contribution.

Benefits

30 days holiday

5% employer pension contribution

Life Assurance – 2× annual salary

Excellent training & development

On-call payments

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG or fast-paced production environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Proven team collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Fault diagnosis and repair of automated systems.
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with H&S and engineering standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement and analysis.

Skills

Fault diagnosis and repair skills

Understanding of automated manufacturing processes

Proactive and team-oriented approach

Education

Recognised engineering qualifications (mechanical or electrical)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (FMCG)
Shepton Mallet
£48,900 + Excellent Benefits + Overtime
Permanent | Full-time | Shift Work

Are you a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a long‑term role with a leading manufacturer? Do you have experience in FMCG or a fast‑paced production environment?

We’re partnering with a well‑established FMCG manufacturer near Shepton Mallet, known for their low staff turnover, strong team culture, and commitment to staff development. Due to continued growth, they’re now seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their highly skilled engineering team.

The Role:

As part of a multi‑skilled engineering team, you'll be responsible for maintaining, fault finding, and repairing a range of automated production machinery to ensure minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct reactive and planned maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Fault diagnosis and repair of automated systems.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to resolve engineering issues.
• Ensure compliance with H&S and engineering standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects and root cause analysis.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a similar role within FMCG or a fast‑paced manufacturing/production environment.
• Recognised engineering qualifications (mechanical or electrical).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (essential).
• Strong fault‑finding, diagnostic and repair skills.
• Good understanding of automated manufacturing processes.
• A proactive and team‑oriented approach.

Shift Pattern:

8‑week rotating cycle:

• Early: 6am – 2pm
• Days: 8am – 5pm (or 9am – 6pm during transitions)
• Late: 2pm – 10pm

Weekend work:

3 weekends out of 8

Overtime available:

• Saturdays: 1.5x
• Sundays: 2x

Salary & Benefits:

• £48,900 (inclusive of shift allowance)
• On‑call payments: ~£1,000+ per year
• Overtime regularly available
• 30 days holiday (inclusive of public holidays)
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life Assurance – 2× annual salary
• Excellent training & development

This role may suit:

Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Multi Skilled Engineer, Production Engineer, Engineering Technician, Craftsperson, or Shift Engineer from an FMCG, manufacturing, or automated production environment.

Ready to take the next step?

If you're a skilled engineer looking for a secure, long‑term opportunity with excellent benefits – apply now!