Multiskilled Engineer Electrical Bias

Job Description

  • Permanent
  • Long Stratton
  • Competitive Salary (DOE) GBP / Year

Cooper Lomaz

Multiskilled Eningeer Electrical Bias – £54,000

  • Full-time, permanent role operating on a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern, covering both day and night shifts.(4 on 4 off) 16 days days shift. .(4 on 4 off) 16 days night shift
  • Up to 12% pension (4% employee 7% company)
  • 6x Death in service
  • 260 hours annual leave increasing with length of service

Maintenance, fault diagnosis, and continuous improvement of a wide range of production and processing equipment.

The role involves a balance of planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.

Skills and Experience

  • Proven multi-skilled engineering background with strong mechanical and electrical expertise.
  • Previous experience within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment is highly desirable.
  • Sound knowledge of PLC fault-finding, pneumatics, and automated systems.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.
  • Relevant engineering qualifications such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent in electrical engineering.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping at all times.
  • Adhere to site HSE procedures, including Permit to Work, Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and Safe Systems of Work.
  • Carry out corrective maintenance in response to equipment breakdowns.
  • Complete planned preventative maintenance across a variety of highly automated machinery, including conveyors, elevators, bagging machines, palletisers, roasting drums, and germination vessels.
  • Undertake electrical installation work as required.
  • Fault-find and diagnose issues on PLC-controlled systems.
  • Test and commission machinery following repairs or modifications.
  • Support small projects and equipment modifications.
  • Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
  • Work closely with production teams to resolve engineering and operational issues promptly.

To apply for this job email your details to cdarby@cooperlomaz.co.uk

Consultant

Chloe Darby

Chloe Darby

Food & Engineering Recruitment Consultant