Maintenance Engineer

Location: Princes Gate, Narberth, Pembrokeshire

Shift: 4 on 4 off (2 days, 2 nights)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £48,755.00 per annum

Benefits:

• Comprehensive pension scheme – up to 12% employer contribution
• Potential, discretionary annual bonus
• Generous holiday entitlement
• A focus on professional development and growth

We have an exciting opportunity for a Shift Engineer, to join our Nestlé Waters team based at our Princes Gate production facility in Narberth, Pembrokeshire.

As a leading bottler of premium mineral and local waters, our purpose is to unlock the regenerative power of water to enhance the quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. We want to help shape a better and healthier world, a sustainable world, for people, families, for our communities and for the planet.

At Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages, we believe water is the natural choice for healthy hydration: good for our bodies and good for the planet. So, we make it easy for consumers to enjoy natural source waters and our range of water products enhanced with other natural ingredients. In everything we do, we work hard to protect the purity that nature brings;

from taking care of the environment that our waters are sourced from, to accelerating our pathway to net zero carbon and managing our business sustainably into the future.

We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are a headline partner of Diversity and Inclusion in grocery.

The Shift Engineer is responsible for maintaining the operational efficiency of machinery, ensuring safety standards, and driving continuous improvement in production processes. This role plays a crucial part in minimising downtime and enhancing productivity within the manufacturing environment.

• Maintain the basic condition of machines, perform improvement activities, and repair breakdowns to ensure operational continuity.
• Identify and rectify faults that may affect equipment across different disciplines, ensuring safety and preventing repetitive issues.
• Analyse production methods and engineering procedures to recommend enhancements that boost efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity.
• Support the implementation of maintenance programs focused on improving safety, reliability, productivity, and reducing maintenance costs.
• Ensure that quality standards are upheld and monitored throughout operations, while completing necessary health, safety, and environmental (HSE) documentation as per legal and company standards.

• Educational
  
  Qualifications:
  
  Minimum educated to apprenticeship level NVQ 3 or hold a recognized engineering qualification in either mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Motivation and Enthusiasm:
  Self‑motivated individual who consistently applies energy and enthusiasm to the job.
• Problem‑Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  Possesses the skills and knowledge to identify root causes of problems and develop plans to reduce or eliminate them.
• Decision‑Making Ability:
  Demonstrates sound judgment and the ability to make effective decisions in a timely manner.
• Resource Planning and Teamwork:
  Proven ability to plan resources and priorities effectively, while maintaining effective working relationships with all team members.

Advert posting date:
Monday 02/02/2026.

Advert closing date for this role:
Monday 16/02/2026.

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, parents, carers and members of the LGBT+ community. Please let us know if we can provide accommodations to ensure your full participation in the application process.

To find out more about Nestlé’s commitment to DEI:
Nestlé's Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

To find out more about your recruitment journey with Nestlé:
Recruitment Journey | Nestlé UK & Ireland