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Posted 12 August, 2026

Multi-skilled Engineer

Zest
Boston, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance EngineerSalary: Competitive + Welcome Bonus + Bonus Scheme Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off, rotating days and nights (overtime available) Commutable from: Boston, Skegness, Spalding, Sleaford, LouthOur client is a well-established, family-owned FMCG manufacturing business based near Boston, Lincolnshire. Following a significant multi-million-pound investment in their site and equipment, they're looking to add an experienced Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer to their engineering team.The RoleCarry out planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of machinery, including conveying systems, product detection equipment, packaging lines, extruders and mixers, gas-fired ovens, mill equipment, and steam boilers with associated pipework and valvesDiagnose and troubleshoot breakdowns, minimising downtime and ensuring quick resolutionWork collaboratively with production teams to optimise equipment performanceContribute to ongoing improvement projects as part of ongoing investment in the facilityMaintain accurate maintenance records via a CMMS system and ensure compliance with health & safety standardsWhat We're Looking ForA recognised engineering qualification, with multi-skilled experience across both electrical and mechanical maintenanceExperience with conveying systems, product detection, and packaging machinery, ideally within an FMCG environmentA collaborative, team-focused approach suited to a shift-based environmentWillingness to work a 4 on / 4 off rotating shift pattern (days and nights)A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skillsWhat's On OfferCompetitive salary, plus a site-wide bonus scheme based on company and individual performanceWelcome bonus paid in two instalments (on completion of probation, and again three months later)Company pensionLife insuranceCycle to work schemeEmployee discountFree, on-site parkingOngoing training and professional development, tailored to individual needsThe chance to join a close-knit, family-first culture during an exciting period of growth and modernisationIf you're a Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer looking for a new challenge with a growing FMCG manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential conversation.As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the websiteTPBN1_UKTJ