via indeed · 3 June 2026 ·2 days ago

Shift Engineer

Blandford Forum Full-time
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£42K Shift Engineer \- Sunday Times Best Places to Work \- Career development \- Early\\late Mon\-Fri No Nights

We’re hiring a Mechanical Shift Engineer to join our engineering team at our modern brewery site in Blandford.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance engineer / shift engineer looking for a stable, long\-term role with no night shifts, strong benefits, and genuine career development.

The rewards and benefits you'll get:

  • £42,000 per year

  • Annual profit share bonus

  • Monday–Friday shifts (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00\) – No nights

  • Permanent, secure position

  • Pension scheme \+ health benefits

  • Company discounts \+ drink allowance

  • Free on\-site gym

  • Full induction and training programme

  • Career progression opportunities

  • Work for a Sunday Times Best Places to Work employer
What you'll do as Shift Engineer / Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:
  • Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance

  • Maintain and repair mechanical systems (steam, compressed air, hydraulics, cooling, water systems)

  • Ensure compliance with engineering standards (PSSR, LOLER)

  • Complete calibration schedules and regulatory checks

  • Support continuous improvement and reduce downtime

  • Diagnose faults quickly to maintain production

  • Maintain accurate maintenance records using CMMS / IT systems

  • Promote health \& safety best practice on site
The skills and experience you'll need – Mechanical Engineer / Maintenance Engineer
  • Minimum 3 years engineering experience (FMCG, food, beverage, or manufacturing)

  • Mechanical engineering qualification (NVQ, apprenticeship, or equivalent)

  • Strong knowledge of:

+ Steam systems
+ Hydraulics
+ Compressed air
+ Cooling systems
+ Water systems
  • Hands\-on skills: welding, fabrication, bench fitting

  • Knowledge of engineering compliance (PSSR, LOLER)

  • Ability to prioritise maintenance tasks and manage workload

  • Good IT skills (MS Office / maintenance systems)

  • Team player with a proactive approach
About Us – Hall \& Woodhouse:

Hall \& Woodhouse is a leading independent brewery, family\-owned for seven generations. We operate a portfolio of high\-quality pubs across the South of England and a state\-of\-the\-art brewing facility in Blandford.

Apply Now:

If you are a Mechanical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, or Shift Engineer looking for a no nights role with career growth, apply today.

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