Multi-skilled Engineer

ASSOCIATED Seafoods Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading seafood processing company is seeking a Multi-skilled Engineer to provide electrical and mechanical engineering services in Arbroath. The successful candidate will perform routine maintenance, respond to faults, and assist in projects. They should have a relevant apprenticeship, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset. Comprehensive benefits, flexible hours, and a full-time schedule are offered, along with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical and mental health support

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Company pension

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer with an electrical or mechanical apprenticeship.
• Ability to solve problems and improve continuously.
• Self-motivated with a methodical work approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance as per the preventative maintenance system.
• Respond to equipment faults and breakdowns.
• Assist with installation of new production lines.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Fault-finding skills

Good communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

Electrical or mechanical apprenticeship

Job description

Role

Multi-skilled Engineer

Location

Arbroath

Shift Pattern

Monday to Friday dayshift and backshift (on rotation basis), full-time, 40 hours per week with some flexibility required.

Rate of Pay

An attractive and negotiable package will be available and depending on entry-level skills and/or experience.

About Us

Associated Seafoods is the parent company of Lossie Seafoods, Moray Seafoods and LFO. We strive to source, process, and supply the finest range of seafood products to customers around the world.

We offer comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, medical and mental health support, life insurance, cycle to work scheme as well as company pension.

Role Overview

This role involves providing electrical and mechanical engineering services and support so that all manufacturing and operational plans can be met.

This is an ideal opportunity for an Electrical Engineer with food manufacturing experience to join a successful expanding business and build a career for the future.

Duties

• Carry out routine scheduled maintenance as set out in the planned preventative maintenance system.
• Respond to equipment faults and breakdowns as required.
• Plan access to areas and equipment to fulfil and closeout work requests using the Fixx system to create a record of work and ensure food safety.
• Monitor, test, and adjust various systems across the site, ensuring optimal performance.
• Assist the engineering team on large project work such as installation of new production lines, alterations, and upgrades to areas whether internal or external to the buildings.
• Support the training and development of other engineers, apprentices, and support development of training material.
• Uphold and enhance engineering standards to meet the evolving needs of the production environment.
• Work closely with the engineering supervisor and other team members to support production operations effectively.
• When required you will be expected to assist contractors to accomplish their tasks and support them while they are on site.

Skills and Experience Required

• Time‑served engineer with an electrical or mechanical apprenticeship or similar qualifications.
• Problem‑solving abilities and a mindset for continuous improvement.
• Self‑motivated, a methodical work approach, and the ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills and an aptitude for teamwork.
• Attention to detail and high standards of work.
• Fault‑finding skills.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining why you are interested in the role.