Multiskilled Engineer: Maintenance & Reliability Lead

Pilgrims Europe; Compton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashbourne Feed Mill, part of Pilgrims Europe, is seeking a proactive Multiskilled Engineer to join our fast-paced manufacturing site. You will deliver planned and reactive maintenance, support breakdowns, monitor KPIs, and ensure safe, compliant operations across pressure systems.

We value a hands-on engineer with strong organisational and communication skills, capable of working within a team and mentoring colleagues. IOSH and boiler/pressure system experience are desirable.

Qualifications

• Essential: BTEC Level 4 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Essential: Electrical qualification to 17th Edition standard.
• Essential: Mechanical engineering qualification.
• Desirable: IOSH qualification.
• Desirable: Experience with boilers and pressure systems.
• Desirable: Budget control and maintenance cost management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance across the feed mill.
• Maintain and support a robust breakdown call-out system to minimise downtime.
• Monitor and report on maintenance performance and key KPIs.
• Ensure all pressure systems comply with legal and insurance requirements.
• Support maintenance purchasing and spare parts stock control within budget.
• Manage and maintain the site Permit to Work system.
• Assist in coaching and mentoring colleagues where required.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and in line with company standards.
• Provide out-of-hours support for breakdowns when required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

BTEC Level 4 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ashbourne Feed Mill, part of Pilgrims Europe, is seeking a proactive Multiskilled Engineer to join our fast-paced manufacturing site. You will deliver planned and reactive maintenance, support breakdowns, monitor KPIs, and ensure safe, compliant operations across pressure systems.

We value a hands-on engineer with strong organisational and communication skills, capable of working within a team and mentoring colleagues. IOSH and boiler/pressure system experience are desirable.