Maintenance Engineer 1 (1237)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Location: Walthamstow
We are Allied Milling and Baking, the home of the fresh, fluffy, super-soft, great everyday Kingsmill loaf. Part of Associated British Foods who are one of Britain’s leading companies, we pride ourselves on our high manufacturing and distribution standards that we set ourselves each day. We have a number of exciting opportunities in our Engineering Department at our London Bakery based in Walthamstow. The role of a Multi-skilled Shift Engineer is a varied and challenging one working 4 on 4 off shifts covering both days and nights. As a professional multi-skilled engineer, you will be expected to identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives alongside proactive and reactive maintenance and repairs to the plant and site services associated with a major bakery. We appreciate you're in high demand, so please read on to find out more about the great opportunities to join our team, what we are looking for in you and the fantastic benefits available to all our valued colleagues. Key Accountabilities
- You will be responsible for maintaining plant and equipment on a 4 on 4 off rotating shift basis. You will be expected to carry out proactive and reactive maintenance and repairs to the plant and services associated with a major bakery. Responsibilities also involve improving and maintaining a safe working environment, ensuring that team members are fully aware and comply with all Health & Safety standards, company and legal requirements e.g., COSH, HACCP.
- You will support the manufacturing process by responding effectively to equipment breakdowns, carrying out scheduled maintenance work and being proactive on the correction and modification of reoccurring machine processing faults whilst responding effectively to equipment breakdowns and ensure maximum focus is given to continuous improvement.
- You will be asked to fault find in an effective and efficient manner whilst utilising the various machines relevant documentation whilst maintaining harmonious relations with the operational staff and to work flexibly with them ensuring that machinery is maintained and repaired to a high standard.
- You will be pro-active in the reduction of engineering downtime and continuous improvement of the process and the department.
- You will be a time served engineer preferably with food manufacturing experience and cross or multi skilled trained.
- You will be an enthusiastic, motivated individual who believes that they can make a difference and develop into this crucial role and ensure our engineering strategy is delivered consistently.
- You will be at your best driving forward safe working practices and communication on performance including OEE and CCOs.
- Plus, any other duties which reasonably correspond to the general character of the role. The above list of accountabilities is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to undertake duties as may be reasonably expected. All employees are required to be flexible and co-operative to assist in meeting business needs!
If you join us, in addition to an attractive salary, you can enjoy the following:
- Excellent holiday package, colleagues who work a 4 on / 4 off rota pattern also have an excellent holiday balance too to provide great work/life balance.
- Pension Scheme with Life Assurance, starting at 4% matched by the business up to 10% of matched contribution with Associated British Foods, our Parent Company.
- Sample our fantastic products at a hugely discounted price.
- Benefits for you and your family through our ‘Extra Slice’ scheme, which provides great savings for more than 500 business/outlets including Tesco, Sainsbury, M&S, Curry's/PC World, including healthcare and saving on your holidays.
- Have a sandwich in our subsidised canteen, using our delicious bread or a hot meal. Breakfast or lunch at a fraction of the price.
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted rates with Simply Health for dentists, opticians, chiropractors etc.
- Death in service benefits up to 4 times your salary.
- Refer scheme - Refer a friend and if we employ them, you get the reward ££
- Family friendly and flexible working schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme - A free and confidential support service for employees covering a wide range or topics including financial guidance through to relationship and legal advice.
- Charitable giving - we have a fantastic charity partnership with Save the Children.
- Free on-site car parking facilities
- Excellent local public transport links
We are committed to equal treatment and opportunities for all our people and believe in building a diverse and inclusive organisation that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for consumers, customers and stakeholders.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Maintenance Engineer 1 (1237) roles across Allied Bakeries's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Food & Beverage Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £41,580 - £49,257 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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