Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - FMCG, Shift & Bonus

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Abercarn; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Annual bonus 2.5–5%

Pension 5% employee

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts & cycle to work

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Pioneer Selection Ltd is recruiting a Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer for a busy FMCG site in Newport, Monmouthshire. The role covers PPMs and breakdowns across three buildings, driving reliability, hygiene and performance while supporting facilities and site services.

You will be buddied on day shift for two months to onboard and familiarise yourself with the site, PLC upgrades and production requirements. A strong electrical or mechanical background is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a formal engineering qualification NVQ Level 3 or higher (Electrical or Mechanical).
• Experience in FMCG/Food manufacturing desirable.
• On-site maintenance across three-shift operation with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective maintenance across the site, including PPMs and breakdowns.
• Support facilities and site services, coordinating with production teams.
• Improve reliability, hygiene, quality and overall site performance.
• Adapt to a three-building site and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Maintenance engineering experience

PPM & breakdown repair

Equipment fault diagnosis

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Mitsubishi PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Pioneer Selection Ltd is recruiting a Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer for a busy FMCG site in Newport, Monmouthshire. The role covers PPMs and breakdowns across three buildings, driving reliability, hygiene and performance while supporting facilities and site services.

You will be buddied on day shift for two months to onboard and familiarise yourself with the site, PLC upgrades and production requirements. A strong electrical or mechanical background is essential.