Nights Multi Skilled Engineer (4 on 4 off)

Noble Foods Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime 1.25x

Free hot drinks

Service awards

Enhanced parental leave

Life insurance

Sick pay

Perkbox discounts

Egg & chicken discounts

Annual leave bonus

Health checks

Gym discounts

Eye tests

Mobile phone discounts

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Noble Foods, Home of the Happy Egg Co., is seeking a multi‑skilled maintenance engineer for nights at our Leicester Added Value site. You will respond to breakdowns, perform preventative maintenance, and support new equipment installations to improve OEE and reliability.

The role requires teamwork and a proactive approach within a GMP environment. Join a family‑owned business with a strong safety culture and opportunities for continuous development.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3+ in Electrical or Mechanical.
• Apprenticeship highly desirable.
• Experience in automated production environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and servicing.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Drive improvements in OEE, machine performance and reliability.
• Maintain accurate documentation and assist audits.

Skills

Electrical & mechanical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork & communication

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3+ in Electrical or Mechanical

Tools

PLC control systems

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Co.

Noble Foods is a family‑owned company which began in 1920 and includes successful milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods businesses. Within this, Noble Foods owns several successful brands, including the UK’s biggest free‑range egg brand the Happy Egg Co., Big & Fresh and Purely Organic.

In a recent survey by Best Companies we were rated as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry.

Shift Pattern

Nights – 4 on 4 off, 19:00-07:00

Contract Type

Full-Time Permanent

Location

Leicester

About The Role

Reporting to the Engineering Team Leader, you’ll be based at our Added Value site in Leicester, playing a critical role in maintaining and improving our automated production environment.

You’ll respond to breakdowns, deliver preventative maintenance, and collaborate with teams across the site to drive performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Responding quickly to breakdowns and minimising downtime
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and servicing
• Supporting installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Driving improvements in OEE, machine performance, and reliability
• Working cross-functionally to enhance production standards
• Maintaining accurate documentation and supporting audit readiness
• Identifying inefficiencies and implementing practical solutions
• Championing Health & Safety, GMP, and site hygiene standards

What We’re Looking For

• Multi-skilled engineer with Electrical and/or Mechanical qualifications (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3+)
• Recognised apprenticeship (highly desirable)
• Experience in an automated production environment (prefered)
• Experience in FMCG, food, or brewery sectors (preferred)
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• A commitment to continuous improvement and personal development

Our Commitment to Safety & Quality

Safety is at the core of everything we do. From “clean-as-you-go” practices to maintaining audit-ready standards, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient workplace.

What can we offer you?

• Overtime undertaken is payable at 1.25 of basic rate
• Free hot drinks on shift
• Service Awards
• Enhanced paternity and maternity
• Free life insurance
• Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
• Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts including a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero
• Discounted eggs and chicken
• A Celebration day after 1 years service enjoy an extra day off to celebrate a life event, such as your birthday
• Access to DigiCare + - Annual Health Check, Digital GP Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Health Opinion and Mental Health Consultations.
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Free Eye Test every two years
• Discounted mobile phone contracts
• Share in our success with the People Partnership - after 6 months service you will be eligible for a yearly bonus
• Additional Allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders
• Wellness programme
• Employee Charity Matching Scheme

If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment.