Now Hiring: Multi-Skilled Engineer | £43,000 | York 🚨
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off – rotating 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm
Recruiter: Alaska Black
Contract: Permanent
Are you a hands-on, high-energy engineer looking for your next big challenge in a high-tech production environment?
If you're ready to take your skills to a cutting-edge site with one of the UK’s largest suppliers of frozen organic vegetables, this is the role for you!
Role: Engineer
The purpose of the Engineer role is to ensure timely and effective installation and maintenance of machinery and the production facility to enable efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities & Role Accountabilities
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Carry out mechanical and electrical work – both reactive and planned/preventative
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Be able to fault find on a wide range of machinery and equipment involving electrical, mechanical, and fluid power systems
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Record maintenance activities and spare parts usage to ensure full traceability
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Work to departmental KPIs to drive team performance
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Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site
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Prioritise safety and uphold high standards — take pride in your work
The Opportunity
We're on the hunt for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join a fast-paced, forward-thinking team at a state-of-the-art facility near York.
This isn’t your run-of-the-mill maintenance role — you’ll be a key player in a dynamic engineering department, driving production excellence and ensuring equipment performs at its best.
Key Qualifications, Behaviours & Values
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Apprentice-trained to at least Level 3 or equivalent relevant qualifications/experience
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Experience within the food and drink industry is desirable
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Can work well both independently and as part of a team, fostering positive relationships
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Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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Strong problem-solving ability with a growth mindset
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NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
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Strong working knowledge of FMCG production systems – conveyors, pumps, motors, packaging lines
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Fault-finding experience across electrical and mechanical systems
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Understanding of HACCP principles and health & safety regulations
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17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations certification is a plus
Why You’ll Love It Here:
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Work in a clean, modern, high-performance facility
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Join a growing, stable company with real progression potential
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Competitive salary of £43,000
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Structured shifts: enjoy a predictable 4 on / 4 off pattern
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Be part of a business making a real impact in sustainable food production
Ready to Join?
If this sounds like the role you’ve been waiting for, click "Apply" now to send us your CV.
Want to chat first? Reach out to Alaska Black to learn more — we’d love to hear from you.
About Us – Alaska Black
We’re a specialist recruitment consultancy with deep roots in FMCG, Engineering, Finance, and Executive roles. We champion diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities – because a better workplace starts with belonging