Job Description

Company Description

Who are we?

We're Reach, home to some of the UK and Ireland's most iconic media brands - think the Mirror, Daily Express, OK!, as well as regional titles like the Birmingham Post, Liverpool Echo, and Manchester Evening News. With a readership of 47 million people each month, we're the largest commercial publisher in the UK.


But we're more than just our brands - we're a company built on collaboration, imagination, and determination. Our values shape the work we do every day, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels supported, valued, and able to grow. We prioritise flexibility and work-life balance, making it easier for you to thrive both in and outside of work.

What you'll be doing:

Are you a dedicated and

experienced Electrical Engineer

seeking a challenging new role? If your passion lies in ensuring seamless operations within the

FMCG

sector, we have an exciting opportunity that may be perfect for you!


As our Shift Engineer, you will be a vital cog in the smooth operation and enhancement of

Reach's print production

. Your role will be diverse, spanning from

preventative maintenance to structured problem-solving, leveraging your technical skills to ensure optimal efficiency.

This position operates on a

shift basis - 2 days on, 2 nights on, followed by 4 days off;

hence flexibility is essential.


Your workplace will be dynamic, working alongside a team to address

breakdowns, assist operators with basic engineering tasks, and devise standard operating procedures to boost equipment performance.

Your contributions will directly influence the reliability and

productivity of our print production,

guaranteeing that our newspapers and digital platforms continue to connect with millions of readers.


Your daily responsibilities will include maintaining the safety and efficiency of our site. This includes carrying out

preventative maintenance, rapidly responding to breakdowns,

employing your problem-solving.


You will work closely with operators and other teams, upholding safety standards whilst interacting with cutting-edge technology and engineering systems. Whether it's

troubleshooting issues, creating SOPs or supporting production activities.

Qualifications

What you'll need to succeed:

You'll need a

Level 3 (NVQ) engineering qualification

in electrical or mechanical disciplines--or

time-served apprenticeship experience

. Your background in

FMCG or manufacturing environments

will help you handle the fast-paced nature of the role.


A flexible,

proactive mindset is essential,

as is the ability to

multitask under pressure

. Strong IT skills will come in handy, as you'll be using

CMMS systems, MS Word, and Excel

to report, track, and manage engineering tasks. Your excellent communication skills will also be key, as you'll be interacting with

operators, contractors, and management

across the site.

Additional Information

What can we offer you?

We're offering a salary of

45,000 - 51,000

depending on experience, and a range of fantastic benefits to help support you both personally and professionally.

These include:

Help saving for your retirement -

join our pension scheme and we'll match contributions up to 6%

7 weeks' holiday per year when you join.

After three, five and ten years' service with Reach, you'll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme

Giving back day -

an additional day's leave each year to support a cause close to your heart

Enhanced family leave -

including maternity, paternity and adoption - and you'll be eligible after just six months' employment

Private Healthcare Cash Plan -

free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses

Wellbeing support -

including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest

Awesome career opportunities

- you'll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.