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Posted 26 July, 2026

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Synergi Search & Select Limited
Cambridge, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description


\nMy Client is looking for a Multi Skilled Engineer.\n
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Join a global food manufacturing leader where you'll work with highly automated production equipment in a fast-paced, engineering-led environment. You'll receive ongoing training and technical development, gain exposure to SAP, SCADA and PLC-controlled systems, and have genuine opportunities to enhance your electrical and automation skills. With continued investment in the engineering function and a strong focus on reliability, continuous improvement and engineering excellence, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with clear progression opportunities.

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\nWhy Is the Role Available?\n
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Due to continued investment in the engineering team, the business is expanding maintenance capability to improve site reliability, reduce downtime and support a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

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\nWhat We're Looking For\n
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Electrical or Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

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You'll ideally have:

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  • Strong electrical fault-finding skills
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  • PLC fault-finding experience
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  • Reactive maintenance experience
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  • Ability to independently diagnose and resolve breakdowns
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  • Experience within automated manufacturing environments
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\nEssential Requirements\n
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  • NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent in Engineering
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  • 3+ years' maintenance engineering experience
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  • Electrical and mechanical maintenance knowledge
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  • Planned and reactive maintenance experience
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  • Fault-finding and breakdown repair expertise
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  • Experience working with automated machinery
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  • CMMS experience
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  • Strong health & safety awareness
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  • Ability to work rotating days and nights
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\nDesirable Experience\n
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  • Food Manufacturing or FMCG
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  • SAP and/or SCADA
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  • GMP and Food Safety standards
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  • LOTO procedures
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  • Permit to Work systems
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  • Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, 5W1H)
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  • Contractor management
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\nIndustries Considered\n
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Ideal

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  • Food Manufacturing
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  • FMCG
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Also Suitable

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  • Packaging
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  • Beverage
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  • Pharmaceutical
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  • Automated Warehousing
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  • Logistics Automation
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  • Process Manufacturing
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  • Heavy Industry
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  • General Manufacturing
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\nEx-Forces Encouraged to Apply\n
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The Engineering Manager comes from a military background and values engineering capability, attitude and problem-solving skills over direct industry experience. Candidates with strong maintenance, fault-finding and preventative maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

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\nEnvironment\n
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You'll be working in a highly automated, fast-paced food manufacturing facility focused on:

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  • Asset reliability
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  • Downtime reduction
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  • Continuous improvement
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  • Health & Safety
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  • GMP and Food Safety compliance
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\nEquipment You'll Work On\n
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Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:

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  • Automated production lines
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  • PLC-controlled machinery
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  • Conveyors
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  • Packaging equipment
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  • Motors and gearboxes
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  • Pumps and valves
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  • Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
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  • VSDs, sensors and instrumentation
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A fantastic opportunity for an electrically biased maintenance engineer looking to develop automation skills, work with advanced manufacturing technology and build a long-term career with a leading global business. Get in touch to register your interest.

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