1. The Role
*To provide effective engineering support through planned maintenance, breakdown response, and remedial works to site equipment and buildings, ensuring operational reliability and safety. We are seeking two suitably experienced engineers: one permanent day-shift engineer and one permanent night-shift engineer.
2. General Responsibilities
*Ensure company disciplines, rules, and standards are consistently maintained.
*Maintain company assets to achieve maximum operational efficiency and reliability.
*Communicate effectively with Production teams and engineering colleagues.
*Maintain awareness and control of spare parts required for site plant and equipment.
*Operate in accordance with company procedures and documented standards.
3. Key Responsibilities
*Carry out planned maintenance tasks in line with engineering and safety standards.
*Respond to and repair equipment breakdowns in a safe and timely manner.
*Complete remedial engineering works to plant, equipment, or site infrastructure as directed by the Engineering Manager.
*Proactively identify and report any safety risks or potential equipment failures.
4. Health and Safety
*Ensure all activities comply with Site Health and Safety instructions and Health and Safety Policy.
*Report all incidents, accidents, and near misses in line with company procedures.
*Use and maintain personal protective equipment and safety systems appropriately, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
*Adhere to safe systems of work and best-practice procedures at all times.
*Maintain high standards of housekeeping across all work areas.
5. Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviour
*Strong verbal and written communication skills.
*Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
*Ability to quickly learn and use new IT systems, including CMMS software.
*Capable of building effective working relationships across all levels of the business.
*High attention to detail with a structured and methodical approach.
*Confident decision-maker with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
*Self-motivated, flexible, and responsive to business needs.
*Willingness to work unsocial hours, including permanent night shifts where applicable.
*Recognised engineering qualification (e.g. ONC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent).
*Competent in both electrical and mechanical engineering disciplines.
*Desirable knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and steam systems.
6. Shift Pattern, Operational Requirements
*Engineers work fixed night or day shifts, allowing for consistent sleep patterns, personal routines, and family commitments
*Average working week of 43.75 hours
*The shift pattern operates on 12-hour shifts plus a 30-minute daily handover
*Shift rotating basis 3-shifts week, followed by a 4-shift week, throughout the year
*Our shift patterns are designed specifically to improve work-life balance through stability and predictability, providing regular extended rest periods and a balanced distribution of working and non-working days across the year.
7. Remuneration
*£48,000 and £55,000 per annum + Overtime if desired , depending on experience and qualifications.
*Additional hours or days may be available by agreement to support projects or provide cover during periods of absence.
*28 days holiday pa plus Bank Holidays
The Company
This is an opportunity to join a Luxury Division within a large, stable PLC operating nationwide, with an annual turnover approaching £600 million. The scale of the organisation offers long-term security, structured career development, and exposure to best-in-class engineering standards across the wider group.