Multi-Skilled Engineer

Founded in 1902, Brace’s Bakery has grown to become one of Wales’ most recognised and trusted bakery brands.

Built on four generations of family heritage, we have earned a strong reputation for quality products, reliable service and operational excellence.

Now part of the Boparan Private Office portfolio
, Brace’s Bakery is entering an exciting phase of growth and investment. From our production and distribution operations in South Wales, we supply a wide range of bakery products to major retailers and independent customers across the region.

As our business continues to grow, maintaining the reliability and efficiency of our production equipment has never been more important.

That’s where our Engineering team comes in.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Multi-Skilled Engineer to join our Engineering team at our Croespenmaen site.

This is a hands‑on role responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance, responding to equipment breakdowns, fault‑finding across electrical and mechanical systems, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives throughout the site.

Working closely with Production, Hygiene and Operational teams, you will play a key role in maximising equipment performance, improving reliability and ensuring compliance with health & safety, food safety and engineering standards.

You will be a proactive problem‑solver, technically competent across both electrical and mechanical disciplines, and comfortable working within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance to maximise equipment availability and reliability.
• Respond effectively to equipment breakdowns and undertake electrical and mechanical fault‑finding.
• Ensure all plant and equipment is operated and maintained safely and in accordance with Brace’s Bakery procedures.
• Work closely with Production, Hygiene and Operations teams to prioritise engineering tasks, minimise downtime and maximise machine availability.
• Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of all plant and equipment throughout the bakery.
• Use engineering documentation, equipment literature and the Engineering Library to support effective diagnosis and maintenance.
• Participate in daily and weekly examinations, inspections and maintenance routines.
• Support continuous improvement and the development of engineering best practice across the site.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, spares, inspections and other required documentation.
• Ensure all engineering work meets required quality, hygiene, food safety and health & safety standards.
• Ensure effective housekeeping and adopt a ‘clean as you go’ approach.
• Support the safe management of contractors and third‑party engineers working on site.
• Participate in shift handovers and ensure effective communication between engineering teams.
• Attend SIC and operational meetings where required and respond to agreed actions.
• Liaise with Shift Managers, Technical Managers, Production and other key members of the team regarding engineering, quality and hygiene issues.
• Ensure the engineering toolbox trolley is maintained to the required standard, including cleanliness and organisation.
• Complete required boiler checks and documentation on each shift.

• Carry out both planned and reactive maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults.
• Identify equipment that is not meeting required quality or hygiene standards and take appropriate action.
• Ensure equipment settings and maintenance activities comply…