Pay: £65,000.00-£72,000.00 per year
Job Description:
Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician (Electrical & Controls Focus)
Banbury (Site-Based) | £65,000–£70,000 + Benefits | Full-Time, Permanent
Aqumen Senior Appointments are proud to be partnering with a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business to appoint a high-calibre Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician.
This is a key site-based role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, suited to a technically strong engineer with advanced PLC fault-finding and programming capability.
The Opportunity
You will be responsible for delivering effective maintenance across plant, equipment, and facilities—ensuring maximum uptime, adherence to preventative maintenance schedules, and continuous improvement of manufacturing performance.
This role requires strong electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and controls expertise, alongside the ability to operate confidently in a regulated, hygiene-critical environment.
Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults efficiently
Lead PLC fault-finding and programming (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley)
Maintain and improve CMMS systems and maintenance records
Support plant improvements and capital projects
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and food safety standards
Coordinate contractors and issue permits where required
Support factory start-ups and production optimisation
Provide occasional support across other UK sites
Candidate Profile
Time-served/apprentice-trained engineer
HNC/HND/NVQ Level 3+ in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 3 years’ experience in FMCG or industrial manufacturing
Advanced PLC competency (fault finding and programming essential)
Strong understanding of instrumentation and process control systems
Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills
Professional, proactive, and team-oriented
What’s on Offer
£65,000–£70,000 basic salary
Pension & life insurance
Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
On-site parking
Structured, stable manufacturing environment
For a confidential discussion or to express interest, please apply directly or contact our retained search team