Job Title: Multiskilled Engineer

Location: Bradford
Salary: £56,000 + Benefits
Shift Pattern: Nights
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Engineering Shift Manager

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Multiskilled Engineer to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment in Bradford. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Multiskilled Engineer with strong electrical and mechanical experience who thrives in a production environment.

As a Multiskilled Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving production machinery to ensure maximum efficiency and minimal downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment across production lines.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective repairs to reduce downtime.
• Work with electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems including motors, conveyors, mixers, and ovens.
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and equipment servicing.
• Ensure all engineering work complies with health, safety, and food safety regulations.
• Work closely with production teams to maintain smooth and efficient operations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report recurring issues.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 3 years experience in a Multiskilled Engineer role within manufacturing or food production.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding ability.
• Experience working with PLCs and production machinery.
• Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations.

Desirable

• HNC/HND in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience working with food safety standards such as HACCP or BRC.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or TPM.

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

This is a great opportunity for a skilled Multiskilled Engineer looking to join a well-established manufacturing environment offering a competitive salary and benefits package.