Multi Skilled Shift Engineer

Allied Bakeries | part of Associated British Foods plc; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

24 Days Annual Leave

Employer Pension Contributions (up to

Extra Slice benefits scheme

Electric Car / Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Charitable Giving

Job summary

Allied Bakeries, part of Associated British Foods, is recruiting a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer for our Walthamstow site. You will maintain bakery equipment across day and night shifts, diagnose faults, and drive reliability improvements to meet site performance targets.

The role requires a time-served apprenticeship with electrical/mechanical expertise, flexible hours, and a proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement. Competitive salary and benefits available.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork are essential.
• Proven experience in training and coaching others.
• Enthusiastic, proactive and committed to continuous improvement.
• Able to adapt to changing business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automation, electrical and mechanical faults during breakdowns.
• Deliver proactive and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Support and implement the site engineering strategy.
• Lead and deliver continuous improvement projects on time and within budget.
• Contribute to improved site performance through KPIs such as OEE and CCOs.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety and provide training to operators.

Job description

Walthamstow, Greater London

Allied Bakeries are owned by Associated British Foods. ABF is a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £20.1bn and 138,000 employees in 56 countries. It has significant businesses in Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and Australia. Our sister companies in ABF UK Grocery produce products under many market-leading household brands, including Jordans, Ryvita, Pataks, Blue Dragon & Silver Spoon.

We are proud of our brands: we make top 10 UK grocery brand Kingsmill as well as Allinson’s and Sunblest. You’ll know us best through our white, wholemeal and seeded market-leading loaves, as well as Kingsmill 50/50, the nation’s favourite Healthier White, and our delicious pancakes, crumpets, hot cross buns and other bakery products.

The success of our business depends on us having the right people on the team. We are incredibly passionate about our business, but it isn’t for the faint-hearted – it’s pacey and demanding so our people need to have a positive attitude and to want to work inclusively. We take massive pride in what we do, not least in how colleagues based in our bakeries and depots have one of the best safety performance records in the industry.

Our Grocery Service Centre, based near Liverpool, is a hub for transactional activity across multiple ABF companies within the ABF Grocery division. Supporting some of our well-known brands such as Kingsmill, Pataks, Blue Dragon, Jordans, Ryvita and Silver Spoon, amongst others. We deliver Shared Service activities across a wide range of disciplines including Customer Services, Consumer Care, Finance, Payroll, HR and IS.

If you’re looking to join a business that is passionate, encourages you to be the best you can be, and values its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Overview Of Role

Location: Walthamstow, Greater London

Salary: £62,401 per annum

Hours: 42 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off – rotating days and nights (Days one week, nights the following week)

About The Role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer to play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our bakery. This is a hands‑on position requiring strong problem‑solving skills, flexibility, and a proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement.

Working across both day and night shifts, you will be responsible for maintaining plant equipment and site services, responding to breakdowns, and supporting site performance through reliability and efficiency improvements.

Key Accountabilities

• Diagnose and repair automation, electrical, and mechanical faults during breakdowns


• Deliver proactive and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime


• Support and implement the site engineering strategy


• Lead and deliver continuous improvement projects on time and within budget


• Contribute to improved site performance through KPIs such as OEE and CCOs


• Maintain and promote high standards of health and safety


• Provide training, coaching, and technical support to operators and fellow engineers


• Support wider site activities as required to ensure operational success

This list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role.

Key Ingredients for Success

Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Proven experience in training and coaching others


• Enthusiastic, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement


• Able to adapt to changing business requirements


• Time-served multi skilled apprenticeship, supported by relevant experience

OR

• C&G 2346-03 Electro-technical Experienced Worker qualification

Desirable

• HNC in Electrical, Automation, or Multi‑Skilled Engineering

What’s in it for You?

We believe in rewarding our people, and that’s why we offer an outstanding package of benefits, including:

• Competitive Salary: £62,401 per year


• 24 Days Annual Leave – Enjoy your well‑earned breaks!


• Up to 10% Employer Pension Contributions (including Life Assurance)


• ‘Extra Slice’ Benefits Scheme – Discounts at over 500 retailers, including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, M&S, Curry’s, and more!


• Electric Car / Cycle to Work Scheme – Get a great bike or EV deal to support your commute


• Employee Assistance Programme – Free & confidential support for financial, legal, and personal matters


• Charitable Giving – Be part of our partnership with Save the Children and give back through payroll donations

Why Join Us?

• A strong team culture – Be part of a friendly, supportive workforce that values safety and teamwork


• A respected brand – Deliver products from well‑loved brands like Kingsmill, Allinson’s, and Sunblest


• Opportunities for career progression – We’re committed to helping you grow and develop within our company