Mechanical Engineer

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Mechanical Engineer

  • Location:

    Aberdeenshire

  • Sector:

    Engineering & Operations

  • Salary:

    £45000 - £48000

  • Contact:

    Lochlan Morris

  • Contact email:

    lochlan.morris@alexandersteele.com

  • Contact phone:

    0131 573 8516

  • Job ref:

    3083

  • Published:

    8 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    18 Sep 2025

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Engineer
Location: Aberdeenshire
Salary: Up to £48,000 + Benefits
Shift Pattern: Rotating Bi-Weekly (Days, Backs, Nights)

About the Company
Alexander Steele is working in partnership with a leading food manufacturer in the Aberdeenshire area. Our client is renowned for producing high-quality products and investing heavily in their people, processes, and technology. They are seeking a talented Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their engineering team and support continued growth and success.

The Role
As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving a wide range of production and packaging equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in ensuring the site operates safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across all production lines and equipment.

  • Respond promptly to breakdowns and ensure minimal downtime.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to efficiency projects.

  • Ensure compliance with health & safety and food safety regulations.

  • Work collaboratively with production teams to maintain a culture of reliability and performance.

  • Record maintenance activity and ensure accurate documentation.

About You:

  • Time-served engineer with a recognised engineering qualification (electrical/mechanical).

  • Previous experience in a food, FMCG, or manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

  • Strong knowledge of both mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines.

  • Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

  • Flexible, proactive, and able to work effectively in a team environment.

  • Willing to work on a rotating shift pattern (days, backs, nights).

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary up to £48,000.

  • Attractive benefits package.

  • Opportunity to work with a well-established and growing food manufacturing business.

  • Career development and training opportunities.