Shift Engineer; Mechanical​/Electrical Engineer

Shift Engineer Food Manufacturing

Norwich, England | On-site | Full-time | Rotating Shifts

We are looking for a hands-on Shift Engineer to join a busy food manufacturing operation. In this role, you'll play a key part in keeping production machinery running smoothly, performing maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring a safe and efficient working environment.

• Carry out preventive and reactive maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults to minimize downtime.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new machinery.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records for compliance and performance tracking.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure optimal equipment performance
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• Follow health and safety procedures to maintain a safe workplace.

• Relevant engineering qualification or time-served apprenticeship in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Practical experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment
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• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Flexible and willing to work rotating shifts (7/14, days and nights).
• Proactive problem‑solver with good communication and teamwork skills
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Desirable: PLC experience, exposure to continuous improvement programs, multiskilled in both mechanical and electrical disciplines.

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• Pension scheme and life assurance
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• Generous annual leave package
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• Opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic food manufacturing environment
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