Multi Skilled Maintenance Shift Engineer

ReFood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ReFood is seeking a suitably qualified Multi-Skilled Maintenance Shift Engineer to join our AD plant in Dagenham. This full-time role involves 12-hour shifts on a 4 on 4 off cycle (days and nights, including weekends) at a state-of-the-art site focused on sustainable waste processing.

You will perform planned maintenance on pumps, motors, gearboxes and valves, conduct risk assessments, support projects and adhere to Health & Safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised apprenticeship.
• Hold a minimum CGLI or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Engineering experience is advantageous, preferably in AD.
• Experience with isolations and LOTO (Mechanical/Electrical).
• Dual skilled mechanical/electrical is desirable but not essential.
• Experience with pumps (centrifugal, lobe, diaphragm, screw).
• Able to replace shafts, seals, bearings, pipework and fittings.
• Comfort with valve replacements and basic pneumatics.
• Must be used to working at height.
• Basic IT skills and flexible hours.
• Analytical problem solving and clear communication.
• Ability to work independently or in a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Risk assessing all jobs before work begins.
• Undertaking planned preventative maintenance and lubrication schedules on pumps, motors, gearboxes and valves.
• Completing reactive tasks from defect lists and logging readings.
• Assisting with contractor and third‑party asset services and general housekeeping.
• Completing logs and job sheets as required.
• Participating in projects, continuous improvement and modern manufacturing principles.
• Adhering to site H&S regulations and attending safety training.
• Installing and maintaining equipment to minimise production interruptions.
• Assisting with other duties and ad hoc projects as required.
• Undertaking any other duties as requested by ReFood Management.

Skills

Safety awareness

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Basic IT skills

Education

Recognised apprenticeship

CGLI or equivalent (Mechanical Engineering)

Job description

Business:

The ReFood AD plants operate as integrated recycling units, processing a variety of food wastes to produce renewable energy, heat and ReGrow, a nutrient-rich fertiliser for local farms. The plants also recycle the food waste packaging. The plants provide an environmentally sustainable solution for all waste producers looking for a safe method of diverting food waste from landfill.

The Position:

An exciting opening has arisen for a suitably qualified Multi-Skilled Maintenance Shift Engineer to join the team at ReFood s third state of the art Anaerobic Digestion and Cat 3 transfer station in Dagenham. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join an established and growing company, that is committed to helping conserve natural resources and protect the environment. In return we will offer you the opportunity to develop your existing skillset and fulfil your potential.

The ideal candidate will be a safety conscious individual with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

This is a full-time permanent position working 12-hours shifts on a 4 on 4 off basis (days and nights, including weekends).

As a Maintenance Shift Engineer your duties and responsibilities will vary based on the Company s requirements but will include:

• Risk assessing all jobs before work begins.
• Undertaking planned preventative maintenance and lubrication schedule on plant assets such as: pumps, motors, gearboxes, and valves
• Completion of reactive tasks as per defect list, obtain readings from various on-site meters and completion of relevant check sheets.
• Assisting with contractor and third-party asset services and general housekeeping.
• Complete all logs and job sheets as required.
• Actively participate in projects, continuous improvement, and modern manufacturing principals.
• Be expected to adhere to all Site and Saria Group Health and Safety Regulations and required to attend Health and Safety, Fire and Welfare Training both on and off site.
• To install and maintain equipment ensuring minimum interruptions to production.
• To assist in any other duties and ad hoc projects as and when required.
• Undertaking any other duties reasonably requested by the ReFood Management Team.

Requirements:

• Hold a recognised apprenticeship.
• Hold a minimum CGLI or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Engineering experience (this would be advantageous if this was in the AD industry).
• Experienced in working with and applying isolations and isolation systems LOTO (Mechanical and Electrical).
• Dual skilled mechanical / electrical is desirable but not essential.
• Experience of Centrifugal, Lobe, Diaphragm, and screw pumps.
• Able to replace shafts seals and bearings, pipework, fittings, and couplings.
• Confident with valve replacements and basic pneumatics.
• Must be used to working at height.
• Basic IT Skills.
• Have a flexible approach to working hours.
• Have an analytical approach to problem solving.
• Be able to communicate well and professionally at all levels.
• Be able to work on your own or as part of a team with minimal supervision.

Salary: Competitive Pay and Benefits

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted due to the high volume of CV s being received.