Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £46,000 + Benefits
Shift: Days (with on-call rota, 1 week in 5)
About the role:
We are seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to join a well-established food manufacturing business in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a modern, fast-paced environment where safety, quality, and efficiency are paramount.
As part of the maintenance team, you will play a key role in ensuring plant reliability, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This role includes participation in an on-call rota (1 week in every 5) to provide out-of-hours support for maintenance and site issues.
Key Responsibilities
1. Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of plant equipment.
2. Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults to minimise production disruption.
3. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, and Environmental standards.
4. Support continuous improvement projects and implement modifications to optimise performance.
5. Maintain accurate records using the site's PPM system.
6. Participate in the on-call rota as required.
About You
7. Recognised engineering qualification (HNC or equivalent) with strong electrical skills.
8. Mechanical knowledge and experience in areas outside formal qualifications.
9. Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential.
10. Proficient in Microsoft applications and familiar with PPM systems.
11. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
What's on Offer
12. Salary up to £46,000 and benefits package.
13. Opportunities for career development and progression within a global organisation.
14. A supportive culture that values safety, innovation, and continuous learning.
15. Access to wellbeing initiatives, including mental health awareness training.
If you're a proactive engineer with an electrical bias looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career!