Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer | 4-on/4-off Days & Nights

Omega Resource Group; Erith; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & shift allowance

4 on 4 off shift pattern

Training & development opportunities

Long-term career prospects

Job summary

Omega Resource Group is seeking a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer in Erith to support safe, reliable production and site services. You will respond to breakdowns, perform planned maintenance, install and modify equipment, and work with contractors while ensuring PUWER and safety compliance.

The role operates on a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern with day and night rotations. Ideal candidates have an apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications, 18th Edition, and PLC fault-finding experience in

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or recognised engineering qualification.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical, Mechanical, or Multi-Skilled Engineering.
• ONC/HNC in Engineering or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671).
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working on 415V 3-phase production machinery and factory services.
• PLC fault-finding experience.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to production breakdowns, diagnosing and resolving electrical and mechanical faults.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with maintenance schedules.
• Maintain and repair production machinery, plant equipment, and site services.
• Complete electrical and mechanical repairs to a high standard while minimising downtime.
• Support continuous improvement activities to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Carry out machinery installations, upgrades, and modifications in line with PUWER regulations.
• Work alongside contractors and ensure all site procedures are followed.
• Accurately complete maintenance documentation and detailed shift handovers.
• Manage spare parts requirements and ensure correct stores processes are followed.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, GMP, health & safety, and food safety compliance.
• Follow escalation procedures and support operational priorities across the site.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

PLC fault-finding

Pneumatic & hydraulic systems

Electrical control panels

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or recognised engineering qualification

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical, Mechanical, or Multi-Skilled Engineering

ONC/HNC in Engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)

Job description

Omega Resource Group is seeking a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer in Erith to support safe, reliable production and site services. You will respond to breakdowns, perform planned maintenance, install and modify equipment, and work with contractors while ensuring PUWER and safety compliance.

The role operates on a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern with day and night rotations. Ideal candidates have an apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications, 18th Edition, and PLC fault-finding experience in