Multiskilled Engineer in Erith

As a multiskilled engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of production machinery and site services within a food manufacturing environment. The role focuses on minimizing downtime, maintaining food safety standards, and supporting production targets.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production and packaging equipment
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and perform effective fault diagnosis and repair
• Ensure all machinery operates in line with food safety and hygiene standards (e.g., HACCP)
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete all documentation
• Work closely with production teams to minimize downtime and optimize performance
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations at all times
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Monitor and maintain utilities (e.g., steam, refrigeration, compressed air systems)
• Identify root causes of recurring faults and implement corrective actions

4 on 4 off shift pattern, 2 x 5:00am to 17.00pm then 2 x 17:00pm to 05:00am, 4 days off

• Opportunity for growth and development
• Join an established engineering team

• Proven experience as a maintenance or shift engineer in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical engineering skills
• Experience with PLC fault finding (desirable)
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment
• Relevant engineering qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent)
• Electrical certification (e.g., 18th Edition) - desirable