Jobs in Little Paxton

Are you a dedicated and experienced Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer who thrives on keeping things moving? We are partnering with a large global manufacturer to find a highly competent, motivated engineering professional to join their team. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to become the backbone of a high-performing production facility. If you have a passion for real-time troubleshooting, a knack for solving complex mechanical and electrical puzzles, and want to secure a role with a massive global brand, we want to hear from you today!

This role utilises a balanced, predictable 4-week rotating shift pattern (12-hour shifts)

Week 1 (Days): Work Mon/Tue, Off Wed/Thu, Work Fri/Sat/Sun

Week 2 (Days): Off Mon/Tue, Work Wed/Thu, Off Fri/Sat/Sun

Week 3 (Nights): Work Mon/Tue, Off Wed/Thu, Work Fri/Sat/Sun

Week 4 (Nights): Off Mon/Tue, Work Wed/Thu, Off Fri/Sat/Sun

What's In It For You?

Clear opportunities for progression into permanent roles with a global giant.
A competitive salary (£57k) and paid holiday.

Access to online services including restaurant and retail discounts.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As a Multiskilled Engineer, you will be instrumental in ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of the plant, equipment, and site infrastructure. You will minimise downtime through:

Reacting swiftly to equipment failures and production interruptions.

Completing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks across all mechanical and electrical systems.

Overseeing plant machinery to ensure it functions within optimal parameters.

Enforcing strict health and safety regulations and site standards.

Maintaining accurate logs of daily tasks and briefing the incoming engineering team.

What You Need to Succeed

A formal qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, or Degree) in electrical or mechanical engineering.

Strong working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems, alongside control panels and PLCs.

Previous experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment.

Sharp diagnostic abilities to identify faults and utilise lean techniques (such as the 5 Whys) to prevent recurrence.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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