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Shift Engineer (Elec Bias)

The Sterling Choice
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Cheddar, Somerset BS27, England

Salary

£51,000 - £51,500 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job is for a Shift Engineer with an electrical bias, focusing on supporting production performance and reliability standards.
  • Candidates are required to have at least NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering and relevant work experience.
  • The role involves responding to breakdowns, delivering PPM routines, and collaborating with the team to maintain safety and compliance.
  • The salary is competitive, and the position offers a company bonus scheme, healthcare cashback, and a non-contributory pension plan.
  • Employees work a 4 on / 4 off schedule, receiving 22 days of holiday in addition to their regular time off.

Let’s be honest—some engineer roles are just about keeping the lights on. This isn’t one of them.

 

Are you a Shift Engineer with an electrical bias, you will be supporting production performance, reduce downtime, and push reliability standards. You'll be part of a hands-on team maintaining a mix of high-speed kit and process systems across a fast-paced operation.

 

The business are going through major multimillion pound projects and advancements through their sites, which you will be apart of going forwards. With the right attitude and application, you would be in good stead to progress your career.

 

 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Responding to breakdowns and troubleshooting automation, electrical, and mechanical faults
  • Delivering PPM and asset care routines (not just waiting for things to fail)
  • Assisting with machinery installs and tech upgrades
  • Supporting reliability, root cause and improvement initiatives
  • Collaborating with the wider team to maintain safety, performance and compliance

 

What You’ll Need

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering
  • Electrically qualified with examples of work
  • Recognised apprenticeship in a relevant discipline
  • A calm, logical approach to fault finding and problem-solving
  • The ability to work in a fast-moving and compliance-led environment
  • Good communication skills, proactive mindset, and team player attitude

 

Bonus Points For

  • Experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley or Mitsubishi PLCs
  • Confidence working with automated systems, robotics or process controls
  • Background in regulated environments (FMCG, pharma, etc.)
  • Familiarity with RCM, FMEA, and CI tools

 

What’s In It For You?

  • Company bonus scheme
  • Non-contributory pension plan
  • Healthcare cashback
  • Life cover
  • Subsidised products and retail partner discounts

 

And just to be clear—you’ll work 4 on / 4 off and still get 22 days of holiday on top.

This is a team where engineers are trusted, supported, and encouraged to get involved in more than just keeping things running.

 

 

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