Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer – Food Factory

Zest; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Zest in Yeovil is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain operation of a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. You will cover preventative maintenance, breakdowns, and improvements, with a focus on safety, uptime, and collaboration with production teams.

The role offers a Monday–Friday shift, 06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00, with a salary of £50,000–£52,000 per year. Experience with CMMS and electrical/mechanical repair is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Engineering Qualification or equivalent recognised apprenticeship.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) preferred.
• Strong electrical and mechanical hands-on engineering skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Computer literate (MS Office).
• Food manufacturing background is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in covering breakdowns and changeovers.
• Complete PM routines to ensure smooth plant operation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges.
• Complete digital confirmation of work via CMMS.
• Manage time effectively balancing multiple tasks.
• Be self-sufficient and make autonomous improvements.
• Ensure all work complies with food safety standards.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

CMMS usage

MS Office

Food manufacturing experience

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Engineering Qualification

Engineering apprenticeship (equivalent)

Tools

CMMS

Engineering software

Job description

Zest in Yeovil is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain operation of a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. You will cover preventative maintenance, breakdowns, and improvements, with a focus on safety, uptime, and collaboration with production teams.

The role offers a Monday–Friday shift, 06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00, with a salary of £50,000–£52,000 per year. Experience with CMMS and electrical/mechanical repair is highly valued.