Single​/Multiskilled Engineer

About the Role

Are you passionate about Engineering? Looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience with machinery or qualifications in Mechanical/Electrical engineering? As an inclusive, forward‑thinking business, we take pride in our approach to investing in our people across Avara Foods and are looking for a highly competent and motivated Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our Engineering Team, based at our Banbury site.

6am‑6pm – 6pm‑6am 4 on 4 off

• When filling the role as Lead Engineer, deputise for Engineering Shift Manager.
• Lead teams within an area or zone.
• Ensure maintenance is carried out in line with the schedule and that corrective action is taken efficiently.
• Respond quickly to Mechanical, Electrical and PLC control breakdowns, identifying root causes and suggesting improvements to prevent further breakdowns.
• Communicate unscheduled breakdowns to the Engineering Shift Manager or Principal Engineer and work with operations to minimise plant disruption.
• Follow good engineering standards and hygiene practice for the department.
• Ensure all activities comply with company and legislative health and safety guidelines, highlighting possible improvements.
• Mentor Level 1 to 3 Maintenance Engineers and Apprentices.
• Provide timely reporting of any Health and Safety, Animal Welfare and Environmental issues.
• Follow the communicated escalation route for unscheduled plant downtime and minimise downtime by applying good engineering practice.
• Demonstrate problem‑solving techniques for mechanical, electrical and control issues to quickly identify root causes and impending problems.
• Raise Stock and Non‑Stock request forms.
• Produce Engineering Shift Report if deputising for Engineering Shift Manager.
• Contractor Management

• Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering.
• HNC, HND or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Electrical & Control Engineering bias.
• Understanding and knowledge of PLC programming.
• Desirable refrigeration experience.
• 6+ years of engineering experience.
• Desirable welding/fabrication experience.
• Familiarity with process machinery or equivalent equipment and ability to fault‑find.
• Proficiency in the maintenance and troubleshooting of manufacturing systems.
• Mechanical fitting skills.
• Desirable IEE 17th or 18th edition.
• Good leadership qualities and the ability to motivate others and make effective timely decisions.
• Ability to multi‑task and thrive in a timeline‑driven environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with colleagues at all levels.
• Self‑motivated and able to work individually or as part of a team.
• Desirable food manufacture experience.

As a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded.

We offer comprehensive training and continuous development as you build your long‑term career with us.

• Up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 31 days holiday allowance.
• Secure contract with long‑term career development opportunities.
• Straightforward pension contribution of 5%.
• Staff shop / staff sales at hugely discounted prices.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted local gym membership.
• Salaried Advance Finance.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme.
• Access to our Employee Benefit Scheme, which includes unlimited remote GP appointments, unlimited mental health sessions, physiotherapy sessions, medical second‑opinion consultations, and other discounts and perks such as savings on weekly costs.

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.