Specialist Engineer

Refresco; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 10%

Holiday entitlement 28 days

Extra holiday scheme

Life assurance

Benefits platform

Job summary

Refresco is seeking a Maintenance Engineer who will lead technical training and train-out activities across the engineering department, focused on improving the reliability of SIG filling and downstream packaging equipment in a fast-paced drinks manufacturing environment.

You will coach engineers and operators to raise frontline fault-finding capability, drive improvements, and uphold safety and quality standards across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience with SIG filling equipment in FMCG/beverage environments.
• Strong knowledge of downstream systems (conveyors, palletisers, wrappers, labellers).
• Advanced electrical and mechanical fault-finding capabilities.
• Experience mentoring/training engineering and operation teams.
• Understanding of PLCs, drives, pneumatics and controls.

Responsibilities

• Act as the site technical specialist for SIG filling and downstream packaging systems.
• Lead complex fault finding and root cause analysis across specialist machinery.
• Lead technical training and train-out activities across engineering and operations teams.
• Support engineering teams with advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Develop and deliver technical training and coaching for engineers, technicians and operators.
• Create and maintain equipment standards, SOPs and maintenance best practices.
• Work with OEMs and suppliers to support upgrades and improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability and efficiency.
• Support commissioning, optimisation and validation of equipment and lines.
• Identify recurring issues and implement long-term engineering solutions.
• Promote a strong safety and quality culture across all engineering activities.

Skills

SIG filling equipment

Downstream packaging systems

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Training/coaching

Automated manufacturing systems

PLCs & controls

Pneumatics

Communication

Education

Engineering qualification Level 3

Tools

OPs documentation

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Maintenance Engineer to lead technical training and train‑out activities across our engineering department, improving the performance and reliability of our SIG filling and downstream packaging equipment within a fast‑paced drinks manufacturing environment. This is a key engineering role focused on driving equipment reliability, supporting operational performance, and developing engineering capability across the site. You’ll act as the go‑to specialist for complex fault finding, equipment optimisation, and technical training, helping to raise standards and knowledge across the wider engineering and production teams.

What’s in it for you?

• 10% Annual bonus
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Purchase extra holiday scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to employee benefits platform – Cheers which includes flexible benefits such as healthcare cover, healthcare cash plan, dental insurance, car scheme, activities pass, financial services, will writing services etc.

About the Role: Specialist Engineer

As the site specialist for SIG and downstream equipment, you will provide advanced technical support across production operations while leading knowledge development and best practice within the engineering team. A major part of this role will involve coaching and training engineers and operators to improve technical capability and strengthen frontline fault‑finding skills across the factory.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the site technical specialist for SIG filling equipment and downstream packaging systems
• Lead complex fault finding and root cause analysis activities across specialist machinery
• Lead technical training and train‑out activities across engineering and operations teams
• Support engineering teams with advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
• Develop and deliver technical training and coaching for engineers, technicians, and operators
• Create and maintain equipment standards, SOPs, and maintenance best practices
• Work closely with OEMs and suppliers to support upgrades, improvements, and technical development
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency and performance
• Support commissioning, optimisation, and validation of equipment and production lines
• Identify recurring issues and implement long‑term engineering solutions
• Promote a strong safety and quality culture across all engineering activities

About You

• Extensive experience working with SIG filling equipment within FMCG, beverage, or dairy manufacturing
• Strong technical knowledge of downstream systems including conveyors, palletisers, wrappers, labellers, and automated packaging equipment
• Advanced electrical and mechanical fault‑finding capability
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or training engineering and operational teams
• Strong understanding of automated manufacturing systems, PLCs, drives, pneumatics, and controls
• A proactive and solutions‑focused approach to engineering challenges
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and support teams across the business
• A recognised engineering qualification (Level 3 minimum or equivalent)

About Refresco

Our drinks on every table. That’s the Refresco vision. We’re passionate about producing tasty, refreshing drinks and we’re thirsty for more. As the world’s largest independent soft drinks manufacturer, we produce billions of litres every year for some of the world’s biggest retailers and best‑known drinks brands.

Our UK business operates multiple manufacturing sites and employs thousands of colleagues across production, engineering, quality, supply chain and support functions. At Refresco, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact, develop your career and be part of a fast‑paced and growing business.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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