Multiskilled Engineer (Mech bias)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
North Yorkshire
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£54,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering & Manufacturing
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SKILLS

mechanical engineering multi-skilled electrical knowledge welding fabrication fault finding preventative maintenance

FULL DESCRIPTION

Multiskilled Engineer (Mech bias)

Location: North Yorkshire, England

Salary: £47k - 54k per year

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Engineering & Manufacturing

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a hands-on Multi-Skilled Engineer with a strong mechanical bias to join a high-performing engineering team within a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on production and packaging equipment
  • Diagnosing faults and completing effective root cause analysis to prevent recurrence
  • Supporting installation, modification and upgrade of machinery and equipment
  • Working on utilities and site services including boilers, chilled water and compressed air systems
  • Supporting continuous improvement and efficiency projects alongside production teams
  • Ensuring all work is completed to high standards of hygiene, safety and GMP
  • Completing accurate maintenance records and risk assessments prior to work

Requirements

  • Strong mechanical engineering background (essential)
  • Multi-skilled capability with some electrical knowledge (17th/18th Edition or equivalent desirable)
  • Experience within FMCG, food, drink or other fast-paced manufacturing environments (preferred but not essential)
  • Welding/fabrication skills would be a strong advantage
  • Confident fault-finder with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team
  • Good communication skills and attention to detail around safety and compliance

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary £47,000 - £54,000
  • Panama shift pattern offering excellent work/life balance
  • Company pension scheme
  • Health & wellbeing support
  • Free on-site parking
  • Canteen facilities
  • Stable, well-invested manufacturing environment

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Zoe Murray - Principal Recruiter at [contact hidden] or call [contact hidden]. Alternatively, click the 'Apply now' button on this page.

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