Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician
£42,000 - £52,000 Including Shift Allowance DOE
Day and Night Shift (4on 4off)
 
My client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician to join their engineering team in Bridgwater. They welcome applicants from mechanical, electrical or craft backgrounds, as well as those who are already multi-skilled. Whether your experience comes from manufacturing, the armed forces, automotive, FMCG or another engineering environment, they value your expertise and transferable skills.
 
The role:

• Complete planned and reactive maintenance activities to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.
• Diagnose faults and test, repair and maintain a range of mechanical, electrical and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Support fault-finding activities across control and automation systems.
• Carry out preventative, condition-based and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Interpret technical drawings, schematics and maintenance documentation to support effective fault diagnosis.
• Use the site''s maintenance management system to prioritise tasks, record work completed and identify recurring issues.
• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to ensure equipment is returned to service safely and efficiently.
• Lead and support root cause investigations to identify permanent corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, performance and operational efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering projects across the site.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety and engineering compliance.
• Liaise with OEMs and external suppliers where technical support is required.

• Time-served or recognised engineering apprenticeship.
• Maintenance engineering experience within manufacturing, industrial, automotive, military or similar engineering environments.
• Mechanical, Electrical or Multi-Skilled background with strong fault-finding capability.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced production environment.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (ONC, HNC or equivalent experience).

• HNC qualification in an engineering discipline.
• IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Experience with automation and control systems.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement tools and techniques.
• Experience supporting reliability improvement or root cause analysis activities.

• Clear career development pathways and long-term prospects.
• Generous annual leave allowance (276 hours).
• Access to the Rewards Platform with discounts across major retailers.
• Onsite parking.
• Supportive team environment.
• Life assurance and pension scheme.
• Annual bonus of up to 5%.