Multi-Skilled Engineer
Location: Nelson (BB9 5SR)
Salary: £47,000
Shifts: Monday–Friday (Days & Afternoons) + Occasional Saturdays
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Are you an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking food manufacturing business? Our client, a well-established and reputable company based in Nelson, is expanding their engineering team and seeking talented, driven individuals to support ongoing growth and operational excellence.
The Role
As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving plant equipment within a fast-paced food production environment. You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring downtime is minimised and production targets are met.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform preventative and reactive maintenance across a wide range of production machinery.
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Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
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Support continuous improvement projects and machinery upgrades.
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Ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently in line with site standards.
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Work collaboratively with production teams to maintain operational performance.
What We’re Looking For
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Apprentice-trained in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (essential).
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Experience within food manufacturing or FMCG is highly desirable.
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Candidates from other industries are welcome to apply if willing to train and develop.
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Strong fault-finding skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.
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Ability to work rotating days and afternoons, with flexibility for occasional Saturday work.
What’s On Offer
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£47,000 annual salary
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Monday–Friday shift pattern with work-life balance
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Opportunities for training, development, and progression
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Join a stable, well-established food manufacturing business