Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer — 4 on/4 off (FMCG)

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; Wales; On-site; GBP 43,563 - 58,938; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

Subsidised canteen

Discounted staff shop

Learning platform

Free parking

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group is seeking a hands‑on Multi‑Skilled Shift Engineer for our FMCG manufacturing site in Deeside. You will join a fast‑paced team on a 4‑on, 4‑off, 12‑hour shift pattern, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently and with minimal downtime.

The role covers planned, predictive and reactive maintenance across electrical, mechanical and automation systems, fault‑finding on processing lines, and collaboration with contractors.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification required (HNC/NVQ3 or equivalent).
• Experience in high‑speed automated manufacturing environments (FMCG/food production).
• Strong fault‑finding and troubleshooting across electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with automated machinery, packaging equipment, and site services.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance across production and site equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults on processing machinery, packaging equipment, and utilities.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns and equipment failures to minimise production disruption.
• Support installation, commissioning, and repair of plant machinery and facilities.
• Perform workshop duties, including machine repairs and component fabrication.
• Assist manufacturing teams with line adjustments, changeovers, and technical support.
• Identify and implement engineering improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and maintenance records.
• Work collaboratively with external contractors and engineering partners on site projects.
• Train and support colleagues on safe use and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Multi‑Skilled

Fault finding

Automation

Education

Engineering qualification such as HNC or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical, Mechanical, or Multi‑Skilled Engineering

Job description

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group is seeking a hands‑on Multi‑Skilled Shift Engineer for our FMCG manufacturing site in Deeside. You will join a fast‑paced team on a 4‑on, 4‑off, 12‑hour shift pattern, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently and with minimal downtime.

The role covers planned, predictive and reactive maintenance across electrical, mechanical and automation systems, fault‑finding on processing lines, and collaboration with contractors.