Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer - food manufacturing

b3 jobs Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Wigan is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer. The role entails maintaining and repairing equipment, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have proven experience in electrical and mechanical systems and be able to manage multiple tasks effectively. The position offers a competitive salary up to £45,000, 21 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and various employee wellness programs, including onsite mental health support.

Benefits

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Training and Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Onsite Car Parking

Sickness Pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance or Multi-Skilled Engineer.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with other engineers to improve processes.
• Document maintenance activities and compliance records.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Job description

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

This role is working for a successful BRC AA Graded food manufacturer. The company produces high-quality food products and offers an exceptional service – enabling their food manufacturing customers to innovate and increase productivity without compromising on quality.

About the Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer job

The purpose of your role will be to support engineering operations by coordinating with internal teams to install, test, operate, maintain, and repair all equipment and facilities at the company’s manufacturing site.

Key tasks

• Perform maintenance and repair on equipment and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues across various systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Collaborate with other engineers to improve processes and systems.
• Document maintenance activities and upkeep compliance records.

About You

• The successful candidate shall have proven experience as an Electrical, Mechanical, Maintenance or Multi‑Skilled Engineer.
• A strong understanding of electrical and / or mechanical systems.
• Demonstrable ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.

More details

The Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer job (ref : 8991) is based in Wigan and is paying up to £45,000 (including shift premiums and overtime).

The site is in Wigan, Greater Manchester and is commutable from Manchester, Bolton, Warrington, Preston, Ormskirk, St Helens, Chorley and Bury, along with other areas of Lancashire and Merseyside.

The working hours are Monday to Friday, with a weekly rotation of 06:00 am to 02:00 pm, 02:00 pm to 10:00 pm and one in five weeks shall be 10:00 pm to 06:00 am where premium rates will apply.

The package includes 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension, Investment in People and Training, Referral Programme for successful employee referrals, Wellbeing and Engagement Programmes, Onsite Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme for yourself, your partner and any children in full‑time education up to the age of 21, this includes counselling, Onsite Car Parking, Company Sickness Pay, Seasonal Flu Vouchers.

Alternate job titles – Maintenance Engineer | Maintenance Technician | Manufacturing Engineer | Production Engineer | FMCG Engineer | Food Manufacturing Engineering Jobs