Multi-skilled Engineer

We're supporting a leading manufacturing business in their search for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their engineering team in Norwich.

This is an excellent opportunity for a time-served engineer with a strong mechanical and electrical background to join a highly automated manufacturing environment. Working a day-based Monday to Friday schedule, you'll play a key role in maintaining plant reliability, improving equipment performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across site.

Core Duties:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance across production plant and equipment
• Responding to breakdowns and performing reactive maintenance to minimise downtime
• Fault finding on mechanical, electrical, PLC, and automated production systems
• Supporting continuous improvement activities to improve efficiency and equipment uptime
• Conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to prevent repeat failures
• Leading small engineering projects and improvement initiatives
• Managing spare parts requirements and supporting engineering stock control
• Supporting equipment modifications and change control activities
• Acting as Permit Issuer and supporting safe systems of work across the site
• Providing engineering support, coaching, and knowledge sharing across operational teams

About You:

• NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment and automated production systems
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyor systems, drives, sensors, and electrical control gear
• Understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance
• Able to work independently and contribute positively within a team environment

This is a days-based role, working Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week.

This is an urgent requirement and applications will be reviewed l job description available on request. Apply today for immediate consideration!