Weekend Mechanical Production Engineer — Leven

Diageo plc; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Product allowance

Pension contribution up to 14%

Private health

Virtual GP in hand

Benefits App to explore more benefits

6 months paid family leave

On-site parking

Job summary

Diageo Leven site is seeking a Mechanical Production Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role covers maintenance of mechanical assets, collaborating with operations, and ensuring safety and performance across a fast-paced FMCG packaging environment.

Weekend shifts are Friday–Sunday, with nights on a 1-in-3 rotation. The successful candidate will engage with maintenance teams, implement preventive programs, and respond promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime, while upholding

Qualifications

• Experience in a production/FMCG environment
• Ability to work in a team and make effective decisions
• Willingness to push improvements and ideas
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and environmental risk principles
• Desirable: Fabricating and welding, Machining background, IOSH or similar safety qualifications
• Packaging / bottling hall experience

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operations teams, CAPEX and maintenance groups to drive performance improvements.
• Engage with operations and maintenance personnel to deliver maintenance with minimal production impact.
• Implement and develop maintenance programs to improve asset performance.
• Respond to plant breakdowns, identify root causes and repair.
• Report maintenance outcomes via SAP and share best practices.
• Uphold health and safety compliance and ensure site and personal KPIs are met.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Communication

Tools

SAP

Job description

Diageo Leven site is seeking a Mechanical Production Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role covers maintenance of mechanical assets, collaborating with operations, and ensuring safety and performance across a fast-paced FMCG packaging environment.

Weekend shifts are Friday–Sunday, with nights on a 1-in-3 rotation. The successful candidate will engage with maintenance teams, implement preventive programs, and respond promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime, while upholding