Multiskilled Shift Engineer - Electrical/Mechanical
Location: Ashford, Kent
Salary: £19.68 per hour (shift allowance included)
Contract: Permanent
Shifts: Monday to Friday, alternating weekly: 40hr week
*Alternating Shifts Hours
Week One Pattern - 6:00am -2:00 pm
Week Two Pattern - 2:00 pm-10:00 pm
Are you an experienced Electrical/Mechanical Engineer looking for a dynamic and rewarding role within the food production industry? If you have a passion for maintenance, problem-solving, and optimising equipment performance, this could be your next career move!
About the Role
This Shift Engineer position is an exciting opportunity to maintain and optimise state-of-the-art equipment at a leading food production facility in Ashford. The role involves a mix of electrical (60%) and mechanical (40%) expertise, though we are open to candidates with a 50/50 split in skills.
You’ll be responsible for ensuring that production lines, cold storage facilities, and site utilities are operating safely and efficiently. The role offers variety, teamwork, and the chance to make a real impact on production performance.
Key Responsibilities
*Preventative & Reactive Maintenance: *Diagnose and repair faults on packing hall lines, storage facilities, cooling towers, and wastewater plants.
*Implement preventative maintenance to maximise uptime and efficiency.

*Electrical & Mechanical Support: *Conduct fault finding on PLCs, SCADA systems, power circuits, pneumatics, mechanical drives, and conveyors.
*Support projects that enhance equipment performance and factory efficiency.

*Collaboration & Problem Solving: *Work closely with shift managers and operators to resolve technical issues.
*Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise production processes.

*Compliance & Safety: *Ensure adherence to health and safety policies and risk assessments.
*Promote a culture of safety and best practices across the site.

Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for a proactive and hands-on engineer with a strong background in both electrical and mechanical systems.
Skills & Qualifications:
*Required: *A minimum of one of the following: *4-year engineering apprenticeship (mechanical/electrical).
*City & Guilds Level 3 Engineering Diploma.
*NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance.

*17th or 18th Edition BS 7671 Electrical Wiring Regulations qualification.
*At least 5 years’ experience in a similar multi-skilled role.
*Expertise in PLC fault finding, SCADA systems, power and control circuits, pneumatics, and mechanical drives.

*Desirable: *Previous experience in the food or drinks industry (3 years or more preferred).
*Familiarity with wastewater systems and cooling tower checks.

Key Attributes:
*Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
*Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
*A focus on continuous improvement and cost efficiency.
What’s in It for You?
*Competitive hourly rate of £19.68 (inclusive of shift allowance).
*Permanent role offering stability and career development.
*The opportunity to work for an innovative and sustainability-focused company.
*Regular, alternating shifts with no weekend work required.
Apply Today!
Are you ready to bring your expertise to a leading company in the food production industry? If you’re a multi-skilled engineer with a passion for problem-solving and driving efficiency, we want to hear from you!
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