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Zest
Posted 8 days ago, valid for a month
Somerton, Somerset TA11 6SB, England
£48,000 - £51,000 per year
Full Time
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- The Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer position offers a salary range of £48,000 to £50,200, with average earnings exceeding £60,000 due to overtime opportunities.
- This role requires experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, or other fast-paced environments, ideally with a multi-skilled maintenance background in both electrical and mechanical systems.
- Engineers will work on a mix of older plant equipment and modern high-speed automated machinery, performing planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
- The position includes 12-hour shifts in blocks of 2's and 3's, covering both day and night schedules in Somerset.
- Benefits include employee discounts, an annual bonus, a cycle-to-work scheme, and opportunities for career progression and training.
Salary: 48,000 - 50,200 + Overtime at enhanced rate - (Average earnings 60K+)
Shifts: 12-hour shifts in blocks of 2's & 3's - covering days and nights
Location: Somerset
Zest have partnered closely with a successful and rapidly growing food manufacturer in the heart of Somerset. Due to growth and investment in the business we are seeking another skilled engineer to join our client's team.
You'll work on everything from classic plant kit to brand-new machinery, keeping production running smoothly while enjoying the freedom to get the job done without being clock-watched.
The Role:
* Planned & reactive maintenance - around 5 scheduled jobs per day, plus responding to breakdowns as needed
* Work on a mix of older plant and modern high-speed automated equipment
* Support major capital investment projects, including installations, commissioning, and upgrades
* Carry out fault finding and repairs across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
* Collaborate closely with production teams to minimise downtime and keep operations smooth
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to boost reliability and efficiency
What We're Looking For:
* Multi-skilled maintenance engineer - no particular bias but ideally have knowledge of both electrical and mechanical maintenance.
* Experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, or other fast-paced environments
* Strong troubleshooting skills - able to work independently and think on your feet
* Calm under pressure and able to prioritise effectively
* A dependable, team-oriented engineer who can be trusted as a safe pair of hands
* Happy to get involved in both day-to-day maintenance and large-scale project work
What's in it for you:
* Average earnings 60k+ with overtime
* 1.5x OT rate
* No micro-managing - we're all grown up!
* Long-term stability - low staff turnover
* Employee discounts at high street retailers
* An annual bonus, plus hamper at Christmas!
* Cycle-to-work scheme, discounted gym memberships, free tea and coffee, and wholesale discounts on their products
* Free company products, free electric vehicle charging, and opportunities for career progression and training
For more information contact George on (phone number removed) or (url removed) and join a team where you'll be valued, and part of something exciting.
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