Join Our Engineering Team at The Compleat Food Group!
We’re excited to offer an incredible opportunity for a Shift Engineer to join our dedicated and professional engineering support team in Nottingham!
Who We Are:
At The Compleat Food Group, we're on a mission to create delectable food that not only brings joy to your taste buds but also extends love to our planet. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.
Our team of over c.6,500 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. Their genuine passion drives the creation of delectable products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, and Unearthed.
Working Hours:
4 on 4 off - Nights, 6pm - 6am
Role Type:
Permanent, Full Time Role
Location:
Nottingham
Your Duties Will Include:
* Diagnose faults efficiently with strong technical knowledge and hands‑on maintenance skills (planned and reactive).
* Complete all required documentation and service reports accurately.
* Carry out ad‑hoc tasks as directed by engineering management.
* Work in line with SOPs, SSOWs, and technical standards, ensuring full compliance with regulations and H&S requirements.
* Accurately record job data in engineering systems to support inventory control and cost management.
* Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental legislation, applying safe working practices at all times.
* Provide technical support, including root cause analysis and effective problem solving.
* Collaborate with the engineering team to optimise plant performance and productivity.
* Follow site engineering standards, including asset management, contractor control, and safe working practices.
* Promote a strong safety culture across health, safety, and food safety, supporting effective cross-functional teamwork.
About You:
* — BTEC/NVQ Level 3 In Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Multiskilled Advantageous)
* 2‑3 years experience working in an FMCG environment (preferably in food manufacturing)
* Solid understanding of UK Health And Safety Law (IOSH Managing Safely is advantageous)
* Strong problem solving and innovative thinking
* Strong communication
* PLC skills and knowledge (fault finding and programming)
* HNC/HND in a relevant engineering discipline
* Understanding of reliability centred maintenance
* Food Safety Level 3
Why Join Us?
At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
* Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
* Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
* EV charging points – available at selected sites
* 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
* Physical Wellbeing Hub – free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
* Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
* Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
* Financial wellbeing tools – including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
* Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
* Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
* Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
* Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
* Recognition through Club Compleat rewards
Community & Culture
* 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
* Charity initiatives and fundraising events
* Team socials to connect and celebrate together
* Employee networks & support groups – including Women @ Compleat
* New baby gift for new parents
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.
Hours
4 on, 4 off 6pm - 6am
28-05-2026
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