Multi Skilled Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Bridlington
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£50,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Electrical Engineering PLC Programming Fault Finding Preventive Maintenance Control Systems Health & Safety Compliance HMI Variable Speed Drives

FULL DESCRIPTION

Multi Skilled Engineer

Location: East Riding of Yorkshire | Salary: £50,000 per annum | Job Type: Permanent | Sector: Commercial

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Multi Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) for a client near Bridlington. This role involves planned preventative maintenance, fault-finding on high-speed production lines, PLCs, and electrical systems in an FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a range of electrical systems and production machinery.
  • Diagnose and repair faults on high-speed production lines, control panels, motors, PLCs, sensors, and power systems.
  • Ensure all electrical work complies with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing engineering solutions to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Work closely with production, quality, and other engineering teams to minimise disruptions and optimise performance.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and update documentation as needed.
  • Participate in equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning projects.
  • Provide input into asset care plans and contribute to ongoing risk assessments.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

  • Time-served Electrical Engineer with a recognised apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience in an FMCG, food manufacturing, or similar fast-paced production environment.
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills on electrical and automated systems.
  • Experience working with PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen Bradley), HMIs, and variable speed drives.
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
  • Understanding of HACCP and GMP requirements is an advantage.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team under pressure.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • 17th/18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification preferred.

Benefits, Working Hours and Pay

  • Continental Shifts
  • Only work less than half the year (182 days)
  • Overtime readily available
  • £50k Basic salary
  • On site Gym
  • On site Canteen

If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please send your CV to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Please note: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunity employer with 30 years of service within the recruitment & staffing sector.

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