Our client is a specialist and one of the leading FMCG / Manufacturers in the country.  Their dedication to customer satisfaction and product innovation makes them a trusted name in the confectionery industry.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair faults across a wide range of equipment, including conveyors, packaging systems, and automated machinery

• Carry out electrical fault-finding using wiring diagrams, schematics, and diagnostic tools

• Work on a mix of new and older plant machinery – Factory 1 being over 30 years old alongside recently installed equipment

• Ensure equipment is operating efficiently and safely with minimal downtime

• Liaise with Engineering Team Leaders and Coordinators to manage workload and priorities

• Keep accurate maintenance records in line with company and regulatory standards

• Support a team culture that values continuous improvement and safety

The ideal candidate will have:

• Multi-skilled engineer with proven experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG preferred, food desirable)

• Strong electrical skill set including:

• Fault finding using schematics

• Working with inverters, sensors, relays, contactors

• Experience with single and three-phase systems

• Mechanical knowledge and hands-on ability to support breakdowns and improvements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering (Apprenticeship route preferred)

• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and manage reactive scenarios

• Excellent communication and team collaboration

Desirable Skills:

• Previous exposure to automated production lines and legacy systems

• Working knowledge of packaging equipment

• Basic PLC fault finding or awareness (training can be offered)

Benefits include:

• 28 days holiday per year (inclusive of 8 Bank Holidays)
• Additional days off in lieu for working Bank Holidays or Sundays
• 5 days company sick pay (after 2 years’ service)
• Auto-enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme
• Ongoing support and development opportunities