Multi Skilled Shift Engineer
ABF GroceryJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
ABF Grocery is hiring a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer for a full-time onsite role in Walthamstow, offering £62,401 and a 4 on 4 off rotating schedule across days and nights. You will maintain bakery plant equipment, respond to breakdowns, and drive continuous improvement to lift site performance and OEE. The ideal candidate has a hands-on electrical, automation and mechanical background with a time-served apprenticeship or C&G 2346-03; an HNC is desirable. Benefits include 24 days leave, up to 10% pension, retailer discounts, and the electric car cycle to work schemes. To apply, tailor your CV to quantify maintenance wins, training leadership, and uptime-enhancing projects, and be ready to discuss coaching operators and KPIs in the interview.
Overview of role
Location: Walthamstow, Greater London
💷 Salary: £62,401 per annum
⏰ Hours: 42 hours per week
🔄 Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off – rotating days and nights
(Days one week, nights the following week)
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer 🔧 to play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our bakery 🥖. This is a hands-on position requiring strong problem-solving skills, flexibility, and a proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement 📈.
Working across both day and night shifts 🌙☀️, you will be responsible for maintaining plant equipment and site services ⚙️, responding to breakdowns 🚨, and supporting site performance through reliability and efficiency improvements.
Key Accountabilities
• 🔍 Diagnose and repair automation, electrical, and mechanical faults during breakdowns
• 🛠️ Deliver proactive and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime
• 📊 Support and implement the site engineering strategy
• 🚀 Lead and deliver continuous improvement projects on time and within budget
• 📉 Contribute to improved site performance through KPIs such as OEE and CCOs
• 🦺 Maintain and promote high standards of health and safety
• 🎓 Provide training, coaching, and technical support to operators and fellow engineers
• 🤝 Support wider site activities as required to ensure operational success
This list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role.
Key Ingredients for Success
💬 Strong communication and teamwork skills
• 👩🏫 Proven experience in training and coaching others
• 💡 Enthusiastic, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement
• 🔄 Able to adapt to changing business requirements
• 🎓 Time-served multi skilled apprenticeship, supported by relevant experience
OR
• 📜 C&G 2346-03 Electro-technical Experienced Worker qualification
⭐ Desirable
• 🎓 HNC in Electrical, Automation, or Multi-Skilled Engineering
What’s in it for You?
We believe in rewarding our people, and that’s why we offer an outstanding package of benefits, including:
🌟 💷 Competitive Salary: £62,401 per year
🌟 🏖️ 24 Days Annual Leave – Enjoy your well-earned breaks!
🌟 🔒 Up to 10% Employer Pension Contributions (including Life Assurance)
🌟 🛍️ ‘Extra Slice’ Benefits Scheme – Discounts at over 500 retailers, including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, M&S, Curry’s, and more!
🌟 🚲 ⚡ Electric Car / Cycle to Work Scheme – Get a great bike or EV deal to support your commute
🌟 📞 Employee Assistance Programme – Free & confidential support for financial, legal, and personal matters
🌟 ❤️ Charitable Giving – Be part of our partnership with Save the Children and give back through payroll donations
Why Join Us?
✅ 🤝 A strong team culture – Be part of a friendly, supportive workforce that values safety and teamwork
✅ 🥖 A respected brand – Deliver products from well-loved brands like Kingsmill, Allinson’s, and Sunblest
✅ 📈 Opportunities for career progression – We’re committed to helping you grow and develop within our company