Shift Engineer

Multi‑Skilled Shift Engineer – Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Shift: 12‑hour rotation (6pm‑6pm and 6pm‑6am)

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe working environment at all times within a food processing facility.
• Maximise equipment availability by responding safely and effectively to breakdowns.
• Support manufacturing to ensure continuous production.
• Ensure all machinery is maintained and repaired to a high standard.
• Carry out planned, routine, and reactive maintenance across all equipment.
• Keep technical skills and knowledge continuously updated.
• Identify root causes of breakdowns and deliver long‑term engineering solutions.
• Identify potential issues with existing equipment and implement practical fixes.

Qualifications:

• Multi‑skilled engineer with an electrical bias.
• Experience working in FMCG environments.
• Strong understanding of operational standards and compliance.
• Preferred: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and Electrical or Mechanical qualifications (ONC, HNC or equivalent).
• Preferred certifications: HACCP, Food Safety, and Hygiene.

Keywords: Multi Skilled Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Food, Drink, BRC, HACCP

Location: Ossett Production Facility, UK
Shift: 24/7 rotating pattern (2 days 2 nights, 5 off / 2 days 3 nights, 4 off / 3 days 2 nights, 5 off)

Responsibilities:

• Effective planned maintenance inspections and review frequencies.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance schedules; carry out safety checks.
• Overhaul and repair of plant; monitor conditions and report defects.
• Complete stores requisitions for parts and contract services.
• Perform in‑depth RCA for breakdowns and process failures.
• Help generate and maintain compliance to SOPs/ Risk Assessments.
• Report plant performance and communicate non‑conformance issues.
• Support site services as required.

Qualifications:

• Formal engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ level 3 or equivalent) in mechanical and/or electrical discipline.
• Continuous improvement experience.
• RCA experience.
• PLC automation skills beneficial but not required.
• Training experience and team‑player attitude.
• Flexibility around working hours.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for self‑growth and career development.
• Inclusive culture and diversity commitment.

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
Salary: £44,200 + £6,000 Shift Premium
Shift Pattern: 6am‑6pm (morning) and 6pm‑6am (night)

Responsibilities:

• Mechanical disassembly/reassembly, basic field wiring, calibration, and system testing.
• Efficient CMMS utilisation and reactive repairs to minimise downtime.
• Servicing, repair, and troubleshooting of installed equipment.
• Interpret electrical schematics and work with 415V motor controls.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure safety compliance.
• Follow assembly drawings, setup instructions, and checklists.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications:

Benefits:

• Pension contributions up to 6%.
• Private healthcare, dental, and optical coverage.
• Life insurance, health‑care cashback, and benefits portal.
liEmployee assistance, ride‑to‑work, referral, and employee‑of‑the‑quarter awards.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver planned preventive maintenance and respond to breakdowns.
• Prioritise workload to meet operational KPIs.
• Support colleagues, ensure Health & Safety and Food Safety compliance.
• Supervise contractors, maintain housekeeping standards.
• Monitor spare parts stock and ensure machinery meets site standards.
• Communicate with Operations, Technical, HR, Finance, and Quality teams.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar engineering role.
• At least 2 years’ experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance (or equivalent).
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical/electrical repair and maintenance.
• Strong problem‑solving, organisational, and teamwork skills.
• Proacti…