Multi-Skilled Engineer

Electrically Biased Multi‑Skilled Engineer

Middleton, Manchester

Salary: £56,310 (inclusive of shift allowance)

Full Time | Permanent

Rotating 3-Shift Pattern (Monday-Friday)

• Monday-Thursday: 6:00am-2:00pm
• Friday: 6:00am-1:00pm

• Monday-Thursday: 1:45pm-10:00pm
• Friday: 12:45pm-6:45pm

• Monday-Thursday: 9:45pm-6:15am
• Friday: 6:45pm-11:45pm

At Mizkan, we're proud of our heritage, our iconic brands and our commitment to continuous improvement.

We're looking for an electrically biased Multi‑Skilled Engineer to join our Brewery Engineering team in Middleton. This is an opportunity to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where you'll play a vital role in maintaining production performance, improving equipment reliability and helping shape future engineering improvements.

If you're someone who enjoys fault finding, solving technical challenges and making a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Reporting to the Brewery Engineering Lead, you'll be responsible for keeping our production assets operating safely, efficiently and reliably.

No two days are the same. You'll work closely with production and engineering colleagues to minimise downtime, improve equipment performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across brewery equipment
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults quickly and effectively
• Respond to production breakdowns to minimise downtime
• Support continuous improvement projects that enhance reliability and productivity
• Assist with equipment installation, modification and commissioning
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site standards
• Work collaboratively with production teams to improve plant performance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records through the CMMS

You'll be an experienced maintenance engineer who enjoys working in a manufacturing environment and takes pride in finding solutions.

• Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering (BTEC, NVQ or equivalent)
• Strong electrical fault‑finding skills
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
• Experience maintaining manufacturing or process equipment
• Experience working with pumps, motors and gearboxes
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a proactive approach
• Calm under pressure with excellent communication skills
• HNC in Electrical Engineering
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing
• PLC fault‑finding experience
• Steam system experience
• Food, beverage, brewery or FMCG manufacturing experience

As well as working for one of the UK's best‑known food manufacturers, you'll receive a competitive package including:

• £56,310 salary (inclusive of shift allowance)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension with up to 10% employer contribution
• BHSF Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• On‑site physiotherapy
• Occupational Health support
• Perkbox discounts across hundreds of retailers
• Employee referral bonus
• Monthly free food day before payday
• Unite Union representation
• Opportunities for training, development and career progression

At Mizkan, engineering isn't just about fixing equipment, it's about improving how we work every day.

You'll be encouraged to bring ideas, challenge the status quo and contribute to continuous improvement across the site. If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your ideas make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.