Multiskilled Shift Engineer – 4/4 Rotas, 24/7 Dairy Plant

Arla Foods; North Tawton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday

Matched pension up to 6%

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arla Foods' Taw Valley Creamery is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to support a major transformation project at a 24/7 site on a 4 on/4 off, 12-hour shift pattern.

You will perform breakdown breakdowns, planned maintenance via CMMS such as SAP PM, and drive safety and efficiency improvements with a structured problem-solving approach. NVQ Level 3 or ONC+ is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG/manufacturing environment.
• Time served or apprentice trained as electrical, mechanical, or multiskilled engineer.
• NVQ Level 3 or higher (ONC or higher).
• Structure problem solving, root cause analysis, fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Provide breakdown support across a 24/7 site including chilling systems, conveyors, and cheese processing equipment.
• Carry out planned maintenance and servicing via the CMMS system.
• Troubleshoot faults, drive continuous improvement, and optimise operations.
• Champion health and safety, adhere to SOPs, and participate in risk assessments.
• Support site projects and contribute to development and performance.

Skills

Multiskilled engineer

Root cause analysis

SAP PM

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Electrical

Mechanical

Time served

Education

NVQ Level 3

ONC or higher

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Arla Foods' Taw Valley Creamery is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to support a major transformation project at a 24/7 site on a 4 on/4 off, 12-hour shift pattern.

You will perform breakdown breakdowns, planned maintenance via CMMS such as SAP PM, and drive safety and efficiency improvements with a structured problem-solving approach. NVQ Level 3 or ONC+ is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits apply.