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Multiskilled Engineer

PARADIGM EMPLOYMENT SERVICES LTD
Newmarket Full-time GBP 49,000 – 49,000
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Multiskilled Engineer

We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a Multiskilled Engineer to join a leading global producer within the FMCG sector. This role provides the chance to work alongside a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on quality, sustainability, and continuous innovation.

We are looking for candidates with strong engineering expertise who are passionate about applying their skills to drive success and are eager to excel in a collaborative, fast-paced, and

Main Responsibilities for the successful Multiskilled Engineer:

As a Multiskilled Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the production plant and site operate at optimal performance and efficiency. Your key duties will include executing preventive maintenance (P.P.M.) schedules, continuous improvement (CI) projects, and work requests, while effectively responding to breakdowns to minimise downtime.

  • Engage with fairness and respect and promote ethical behaviour in all relationships

  • Liaise effectively with the Engineering Manager on all engineering-related issues.

  • Build strong working relationships with Production and Manufacturing teams to support seamless operations.

  • Ensure all assets are professionally maintained, adhering to preventive maintenance schedules accurately and on time.

  • Provide subject matter expertise in x-ray and metal detection to support compliance with critical control point monitoring.

  • Manage spare parts and stock control, accurately record faults and maintenance activities through the reporting process, and ensure compliance with legislative, safety, hygiene, and production standards.

  • Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance plant reliability and efficiency.

  • Ensure full compliance with all relevant standards, procedures, legislation, and company policies, while maintaining up-to-date and accurate engineering stock records.

Main requirements for the successful Multiskilled Engineer:
  • 17th Edition IEE Regulation qualified

  • City & Guilds or equivalent Mechanical/Electrical qualification

  • Nationally recognised levels of competence in the maintenance of FMCG Machinery, Pneumatics, Hydraulics and electrical circuits, to suit the needs of our business.

  • Electrical competence in the safe diagnosis and repair of faults within motors, control systems and lighting systems to a high level.

  • The ability to diagnose and repair faults to a high level and a good understanding of PLC control systems as used equipment (Siemens, Allen Bradley)

  • Experience of working in the food industry (especially within a high-speed environment)

  • Results focused, competitive drive and ability to work under pressure.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Clean/full driving license is essential.

What we offer to the successful Multiskilled Engineer:
  • Salary £49,000 basic salary + overtime

  • 4 on 4 off 11.00 to 23.00.

  • Pension/ and Holiday/ insurance cover.

  • Training and

  • Company Events.

If you're a multiskilled engineer looking to grow and be part of an amazing team, this opportunity is ideal for you! Don’t hesitate to reach out for more information – we’d love to hear from you.

Paradigm Employment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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