Multiskilled Engineer

Zeelandia Ltd; Ashton-in-Makerfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Cycle to work

EV scheme

Annual NHS health checks

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Zeelandia Ltd in Wigan is seeking a hands-on Multi-Skilled Engineer to maintain and improve manufacturing operations on a rotating shift basis. This role is site-based at our Wigan site and focuses on keeping equipment running safely, efficiently and reliably.

Key duties include carrying out planned preventive maintenance, diagnosing faults across production machinery, supporting projects, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and responding to equipment breakdowns to maximise uptime.
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults across production machinery and utilities.
• Identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities to enhance reliability, performance, safety, and efficiency.
• Working closely with Production and Technical teams to support smooth manufacturing operations and minimise downtime.
• Completing maintenance activities safely, efficiently, and in line with agreed standards, timescales, and compliance requirements.
• Supporting engineering projects and equipment installations as required.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and effectively communicating engineering issues across the business.
• Ensuring full compliance with food safety, quality, hygiene, environmental, and health & safety standards.
• Promoting a culture of safe working and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Job description

Are you looking for your next exciting role as a multiskilled engineer? We are currently looking to recruit in an engineer who values culture and team working at our site in Wigan.

The role will be one a rotating shift as below

Shift Pattern 1

Monday – Friday 06.00am – 14.00pm for 2 weeks

Shift Pattern 2

Monday – Thursday 13:30 – 22.00pm for 2 weeks

Friday 09:00 - 15:00 1 week

Shift Pattern 3

Sunday- Thursday 10pm – 6am 1 week only

What really makes Zeelandia special is our genuine commitment to our people. We don’t just talk about wellbeing, we live it. Our holistic approach is underpinned by a wide range of supportive policies covering areas such as mental health, cancer support, miscarriage, menopause, carers, domestic violence, fostering and volunteering, ensuring our colleagues feel supported through every stage of life.

Our values sit at the core of everything we do. We believe in acting with integrity and respect, taking ownership, and going above and beyond for each other and our customers. We encourage innovation that has purpose, support those who champion positive change, and are driven by a genuine passion for success, balancing high standards with a supportive, inclusive approach. If these values resonate with you, you’ll feel right at home at Zeelandia.

Alongside this, we offer a strong wellbeing and engagement culture, including onsite Mental Health First Aiders, regular speaker sessions and coffee mornings, annual NHS health checks, flu jab vouchers, and eye care support. Our Employee Assistance Programme provides free counselling, resources, and access to a dedicated menopause coach, complemented by our Grocery Aid partnership, offering additional emotional, practical, and financial support for you and your family.

We’re also passionate about helping our people grow, with access to internal and external training, and mentorship. Our inclusive culture is supported through active working groups, including DEI and employee involvement forums, as well as initiatives such as supporting neurodivergent-friendly spaces, quiet hours, and a multi-faith room.

Beyond the day job, we bring people together through company events, recognition schemes like Core Values and Long Service Awards, and meaningful CSR initiatives, from Bake for Ukraine to supporting local communities, schools, and charities. With additional benefits such as cycle to work and EV schemes, this is a role where you’ll not only build your career but feel part of something bigger.

PLEASE NOTE

This is a site and field based role

We are unable to offer sponsorship or hire anyone that requires this or visa support

As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you'll play a key role in maintaining and improving our manufacturing operations, ensuring our equipment runs safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and responding to equipment breakdowns to maximise production uptime.

• Diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults across production machinery, utilities, and site services.

• Identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities to enhance reliability, performance, safety, and efficiency.

• Working closely with Production and Technical teams to support smooth manufacturing operations and minimise downtime.

• Completing maintenance activities safely, efficiently, and in line with agreed standards, timescales, and compliance requirements.

• Supporting engineering projects and equipment installations as required.

• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and effectively communicating engineering issues across the business.

• Ensuring full compliance with food safety, quality, hygiene, environmental, and health & safety standards.

• Promoting a culture of safe working and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

This is a hands-on role where you'll combine fault-finding expertise with proactive maintenance and continuous improvement activities to keep our manufacturing operation performing at its best.