Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Nisbets Plc; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Avonmouth is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their Engineering team. You will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance of automation equipment, gaining hands-on knowledge in an innovative environment. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers keen on professional growth who value a supportive work culture. The company offers a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, bonuses, and generous discounts on products.

Benefits

Competitive base salary plus annual performance-related bonus

25 days’ holiday plus birthday off

Earn up to 4 additional days’ holiday or a cash bonus through excellent attendance

Generous discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers

Up to 60% off own-brand items

Access to Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)

Continuous training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a multi-skilled maintenance role.
• Time-served apprenticeship desirable but not essential.
• Relevant qualifications such as ONC, NVQ Level 3, MS Elec, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of automation systems, including fault-finding and troubleshooting.
• Experience delivering both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a flexible approach to weekend work when required.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to safety.
• Good IT capability, particularly with Microsoft Excel and general office applications.
• Experience using CMMS software is an advantage but not essential.
• Driving License

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on automation equipment across the site.
• Develop new skills and gain hands-on experience with advanced automated systems.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment faults quickly to minimise downtime.
• Work safely at all times, adhering to company policies and regulatory standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
• Participate in an on-call rota and occasional weekend cover (overtime available).
• Collaborate closely with operational teams to maximise automation availability and reduce production impact.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure systems remain compliant and operational.
• Complete thorough risk assessments and follow safe working practices throughout all tasks.

Job description

Join Our Team as a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer – Avonmouth

Nisbets is seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our growing Engineering team in Avonmouth. Reporting directly to the Automation Engineering Manager, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our site running smoothly and efficiently, working with a wide range of modern automation equipment including conveyors, AMR robots, and carton‑handling machinery.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to take the next step in a stable, supportive, and forward‑thinking business. You’ll be involved in all aspects of planned and reactive maintenance and will gain hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge automated systems.

This role is based in Avonmouth - Monday – Friday, 07:00 – 16:00 (40 Hour week) with participation in an out‑of‑hours call‑out rota.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on automation equipment across the site.
• Develop new skills and gain hands‑on experience with advanced automated systems.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment faults quickly to minimise downtime.
• Work safely at all times, adhering to company policies and regulatory standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
• Participate in an on‑call rota and occasional weekend cover (overtime available).
• Collaborate closely with operational teams to maximise automation availability and reduce production impact.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure systems remain compliant and operational.
• Complete thorough risk assessments and follow safe working practices throughout all tasks.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience in a multi‑skilled maintenance role.
• Time‑served apprenticeship desirable but not essential.
• Relevant qualifications such as ONC, NVQ Level 3, MS Elec, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of automation systems, including fault‑finding and troubleshooting.
• Experience delivering both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a flexible approach to weekend work when required.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to safety.
• Good IT capability, particularly with Microsoft Excel and general office applications.
• Experience using CMMS software is an advantage but not essential.
• Driving License

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary plus annual performance‑related bonus.
• 25 days’ holiday plus your birthday off.
• Opportunity to earn up to 4 additional days’ holiday or a cash bonus through excellent attendance.
• Generous discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers via The Kitchen platform.
• Huge discounts on our entire product range—up to 60% off own‑brand items.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured), offering 24/7 guidance and support.
• Continuous training and development through our Learning Management System, including access to industry‑recognised qualifications.

About Us

Nisbets is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all colleagues. We aim to ensure our workplaces are free from discrimination and that not only colleagues but also our potential future colleagues are treated fairly and with dignity and respect. Therefore, please inform us of any reasonable adjustments that we may need to make the application or interview process.

Ready to take the next step with us? Apply today.