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Multiskilled Engineer

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Norfolk

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

3 shift Rotation - Monday - Friday

06:00 - 14:00

14:00 - 22:00

22:00 - 06:00

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to support the smooth operation of our highly automated production environment. You will play a key role in responding to equipment breakdowns, delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

The role involves working on a wide range of automated machinery including conveyors, extruders, palletisers, vacuum packers, form-fill-seal equipment, and wrapping machinery. You will also be responsible for PLC fault finding, electrical installations, and supporting engineering project work.

Key Responsibilities

Respond quickly and effectively to production breakdowns to minimise downtime

Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and corrective maintenance activities

Carry out fault finding and diagnostics on PLC-controlled systems

Support electrical installations, modifications, and engineering project work

Ensure all work is completed in line with Health & Safety standards and site housekeeping requirements

  * Operate within HSE procedures including:

      * Permit to Work systems

      * Risk Assessments

      * Method Statements

      * Safe Systems of Work

      * Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  * Follow lock-off and isolation procedures at all times to ensure personal and site safety

  * Assist with small engineering projects and equipment modifications

  * Develop, implement, and maintain maintenance SOPs

  * Conduct lubrication schedules and general maintenance activities

  * Contribute ideas and recommendations for continuous improvement across the site

  * Support plant performance, maintenance compliance, and CMMS planning activities

Key Performance Indicators

  * Plant uptime and performance

  * Planned maintenance compliance

  * CMMS accuracy and effectiveness

  * Continuous improvement participation and delivery

  * Achievement of individual performance targets

  * Personal development and training goals

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent

City & Guilds qualification in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering

Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship

17th Edition IEE Regulations qualification

Strong multi-skilled engineering background (Electrical & Mechanical)

Experience with PLC fault finding and diagnostics

Knowledge of servo motor principles

Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings

Strong fault-finding and logical problem-solving skills

Good general workshop and maintenance skills

Self-motivated with strong organisational skills

Positive, proactive “can-do” attitude

Desirable

ONC / HNC or equivalent qualification

Leadership or supervisory skills

Advanced electrical wiring and maintenance experience

Inspection, testing, and certification experience

Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Knowledge of Continuous Improvement (CI), TPM, and Lean manufacturing techniques

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