Multi-Skilled Engineer (Nights)
Location: Bishop’s Stortford
Shift: 4 on / 4 off – 7pm to 7am
Permanent Role
If you’re an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced production environment, this is a role where you’ll genuinely make an impact.
This isn’t just about keeping machines running. It’s about driving performance, improving reliability, and playing a key role in how a modern manufacturing site operates.
The Opportunity
You’ll be part of a highly capable engineering team responsible for maintaining and improving a busy FMCG production site. Working nights, you’ll take ownership of breakdown response, planned maintenance, and continuous improvement activities.
You’ll be trusted to work with autonomy, solve problems quickly, and contribute to overall site performance.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Responding to breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime
* Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) with a proactive mindset
* Diagnosing faults across electrical and mechanical systems
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across machinery and site performance
* Driving plant uptime and contributing to OEE improvements
* Completing repairs during production in a safe and efficient manner
* Maintaining accurate engineering logs and work orders
* Supporting contractor activity and liaising with external suppliers
* Ensuring compliance with health & safety, GMP, and hygiene standards
* Working closely with production teams to maintain strong communication and performance
What We’re Looking For
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in an FMCG or food production environment
* Multi-skilled engineer with an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in engineering
* Completed engineering apprenticeship
* Electrical qualification (16th or 17th Edition minimum)
* Strong fault-finding and breakdown analysis capability
* Experience working in fast-paced production environments
* Comfortable working independently on nights
* Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach
* Experience with CMMS systems and general IT literacy
* Food, chilled, or frozen environment experience is highly desirable
What Makes This Role Stand Out
* Genuine autonomy on shift – trusted to make decisions
* A site that values engineering input, not just reactive maintenance
* Opportunity to drive improvements, not just maintain status quo
* Strong collaboration between engineering and production
* A business committed to continuous improvement and investment
The Fit
This role suits an engineer who:
* Takes ownership and responsibility on shift
* Enjoys problem-solving under pressure
* Wants to be part of a team that improves, not just reacts
* Is proactive, practical, and driven to make things better