Nairn’s Oatcakes are a growing award-winning biscuit manufacturer. With strong values at the root of its culture. Nairn’s is a forward looking and supportive company. An excellent opportunity has arisen at our Butlerfield site for an Engineer.

Role: Engineer

Shift: 3 week rotation pattern (day /back/night)

Job Type: Permanent subject to a 3-month probationary period

Rate of pay: Competitive

Job Description

The Engineer is responsible for maintaining site plant and equipment through planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and performance. The role includes managing spare parts, maintaining workshop standards, supporting production to minimise downtime, and ensuring all engineering work complies with Health & Safety, GMP, hygiene, and quality standards. The Engineer will work closely with production and technical teams, using a proactive and methodical approach to fault finding, maintenance planning, continuous improvement, and documentation.

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Nairn’s Oatcakes

What you’ll be doing:
As an Engineer,

• Ensure all engineering work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance to ensure plant and equipment are maintained to the highest standard.
• Maintain engineering stores and ensure spare parts stock levels are controlled and available when required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Ensure planned maintenance schedules are completed on time and recorded correctly.
• Maintain and develop engineering skills and knowledge through training and development.
• Perform any additional duties as required from time to time by the Engineering Maintenance Manager, ensuring flexibility to support evolving business needs.

What we’re looking for:

Personal attributes

• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Organised with good planning and time management
• Computer literate (Excel, Word, maintenance systems)
• Flexible, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement

Qualifications and experience

• Apprenticeship in an Engineering Discipline
• HNC/HND in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (desirable)
• Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environment (desirable)
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety standards
• Experience with planned preventative maintenance systems

We’re committed to providing a supportive environment, and we’ll make sure you’re trained and confident in your role – no matter your background.

Please note: candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of our Butlerfield site.

Why join Nairn’s?
At Nairn’s, we don’t just make tasty baked snacks – we invest in our people. Here’s why joining our team could be the best move for your career:

• Be part of a company that values its people and is committed to helping you grow and succeed.
• Enjoy a stable and secure role, with plenty of opportunities for progression within a thriving business.
• Competitive pay, shift allowances, and a range of staff benefits.
• Join a supportive, values-led environment where teamwork, respect, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.
• Make a real impact in a growing company that cares about its people and culture.

Nairn’s is proud to be an inclusive employer.
We’re committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need during the recruitment process or in the role itself. If you’re passionate about being part of a team that values respect, diversity and collaboration – we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym membership
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person