Shift Engineer

We have an exciting Maintenance Engineer role to join our Taw Valley Creamery. This is especially exciting as the creamery is undergoing a major transformation, thanks to a £180 million investment. As this project evolves and the site expands so will the opportunities to make an impact. The role is shift based with a 4 on/4 off days and nights, 12 hour work pattern. How you will make an impact: Provide critical breakdown support across a complex 24/7 production site from chilling systems, conveyors through to cheese processing equipment. Carry out planned, preventative maintenance and servicing activities as planned via the CMMS system. Troubleshoot and diagnose breakdowns using structure problem solving techniques and drive continuous improvement to improve operational efficiencies. Champion health and safety by adhering to safety standards, SOPs and participating in risk assessment. Support and lean into projects across the site, both small and large, actively inputting to site development and performance. What will make you successful: You should have experience working in a fast-paced environment within FMCG, food, or regulated manufacturing, ideally in a maintenance engineer or similar role. It is preferred that you are time served or apprentice trained as an electrical, mechanical, or multiskilled engineer, qualified to at least NVQ Level 3, ONC, or higher. Structured problem solving skills, including root cause analysis and fault finding, are essential for the position. Additionally, you should be computer literate, with experience using SAP PM or a similar CMMS system, as well as Microsoft Office. What do we offer? We’re committed to your growth and development, offering internal and external training opportunities. You’ll enjoy a competitive salary, 24 days holiday, matched pension contributions up to 6%, life assurance, and flexible benefits. At Taw Valley, you’ll join a team proud of its high job satisfaction and steep learning curve, with plenty of challenges and support to help you succeed. Please apply using the link or reach out to James Westwood, Recruitment & HR Coordinator at james.westwood@arlafoods.com Shape the Future of Dairy ARla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice you can feel good about.