Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Job Title:

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Location:

Aberdeen Department:
Engineering / Maintenance Reporting to:
Engineering Manager

Role Overview My client is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering function, working closely with the hands-on Engineering Manager as part of a two-person team. This is a practical, site-based role supporting the safe, efficient and reliable operation of food manufacturing equipment and facilities. The successful candidate will have proven experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within food manufacturing, and will be comfortable taking responsibility, fault-finding under pressure, and contributing to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across production and packaging equipment Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults to minimise downtime Work collaboratively with the Engineering Manager on daily maintenance activities, breakdowns and improvement projects Support installation, commissioning and modification of machinery and equipment Ensure all maintenance work complies with food safety, hygiene, health & safety and engineering standards Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders as required Assist with contractor supervision where necessary Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and maintenance processes Support production teams to ensure smooth, efficient operation of the site Skills & Experience Required Essential:
Proven experience as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment Strong fault-finding skills in both electrical and mechanical systems Experience working with production machinery (motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, sensors, basic PLC fault-finding) Ability to work independently and as part of a small, close-knit team Strong understanding of health & safety in an industrial setting Desirable:

Experience with in the food manufacturing industry Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, BRC, SALSA or similar) Electrical qualifications (e.g. 18th Edition) Welding or fabrication skills Personal Attributes Hands-on, practical and proactive approach Reliable, flexible and adaptable Good communication skills and a positive attitude Comfortable taking ownership in a small engineering team Strong problem-solver with attention to detail