Night Shift Multi-Skilled Engineer |7-in-14 Pattern, Growth

Zest; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent nights

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Zest are recruiting a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer for night shifts at their Peterborough site. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance on high-speed production and packaging equipment, with a focus on quick fault finding and repairs to minimise downtime.

You will work a Panama-like 7 in 14 night schedule and collaborate with production to drive continuous improvements and uphold food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent apprenticeship).
• Multi-skilled background with electrical and mechanical capabilities.
• Experience in FMCG/food manufacturing or fast-paced production.
• Willingness to work permanent nights on a 7 in 14 pattern.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across high-speed production and packaging equipment.
• Fault find and repair electrical and mechanical breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Work a night shift pattern of 7 shifts in 14, with 7 off in return.
• Work closely with production to support continuous improvement across the site.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Multi-skilled background

Night shift experience

Fault finding

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC / equivalent apprenticeship

Job description

Zest are recruiting a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer for night shifts at their Peterborough site. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance on high-speed production and packaging equipment, with a focus on quick fault finding and repairs to minimise downtime.

You will work a Panama-like 7 in 14 night schedule and collaborate with production to drive continuous improvements and uphold food safety standards.