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Engineers - Mechanical & Electrical in PR1

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Job Title: Engineers - Mechanical & Electrical\n\nLocation: Preston, Lancashire, UK\n\nSalary: Circa £42,000 (+) pa starting salary dependent on experience. Plus shift premiums\n\nJob type: Full time, Permanent\n\nShift:\n\nThis is a 24/7 shift-based role working 12-hour day and night shifts.\nWe are currently in the process of finalising our shift pattern and are considering options such as 4-on/4-off and the Panama (2-2-3) rota.\nAs part of this process, we're keen to take into account team feedback to ensure the chosen pattern supports both operational needs and work-life balance. The final shift arrangement will be confirmed before your start date.About Gafoor:\n\nGafoor is a dynamic and rapidly growing family-owned business in Preston.

They are a key player in their sector operating on a basis, supplying poultry products to leading blue chip manufacturers.\n\nAbout the role:\n\nWe are looking to recruit several electrical and mechanical engineers to facilitate a move to a rotating shift pattern during the summer. Successful applicants will work closely with the manufacturing team maintaining and servicing all processing machinery to ensure that machinery downtime is kept to a minimum and that all preventative maintenance is conducted to avoid production disruption.\n\nYou will need to have worked in a similar manufacturing environment and be able to carry out preventative maintenance, fault finding and deal with machine down-time efficiently.\n\nThe candidate will rotate as part of a multi-disciplinary team working across both day and night shifts. Excellent communication skills are a must as well as a flexible and proactive approach to ensure the needs of the business are met.\n\nIf you are seeking the chance to join a well-established company who will offer you a rewarding career, then send your CV in for immediate consideration.

Sponsorship will only be considered for these roles from candidates who already have a valid VISA and who are currently working in the UK.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nComplete repairs and breakdowns in a timely manner and perform RCA's (Root Cause Analysis) to ensure corrective and preventative actions are completed.\nMaintain the highest standards of housekeeping.\nComply with all company Health & Safety rules and be able to escalate any failures.\nWork closely with the Engineering Manager and the Manufacturing Managers.\nBe part of an Engineering team dedicated to providing a world class service.\nBe confident to communicate effectively and have the initiative to take the lead when required.\nContribute to the continuous improvement of processes and practices.\nComply with all existing SWPs and contribute to the continuous improvement of SWPs.\nIn the future support and mentor Electrical Apprentices on siteAbout you:\n\nEssential Requirements:\n\nMust be fluent in English (verbal and written)\nExcellent I.T Skills\nRelevant degree and a good practical working knowledge is essential\nMinimum 3 years' post qualification experience working in a fast-paced factory/manufacturing environment.\nGood experience and able to demonstrate a methodical approach to fault finding\nConversant with UK Health & Safety rules, regulations and best practices.\nAbility to priorities workload and concisely record information\nKnowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.What We offer:\n\nRelocation package of up to £5,000 for candidates relocating\nIndividual development / training programs with funded training\nOvertime premiums\nSubsidized canteen\nStaff shop / discounted products\nPPE and uniform provided\nOn-site parking\nEnhanced pension and holiday entitlement with continuous servicePlease note that this is a rolling advert and therefore previous candidates need not apply.\n\nIf you are seeking the chance to join a well-established company at an exciting stage in their growth, please click the APPLY button to send your CV in for immediate consideration.\n\nCandidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Production Engineer, FMCG Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Multi-skilled Engineer, may also be considered for the role

Engineers - Mechanical & Electrical in PR1

Preston, UK
Full time

Published on 05/29/2026

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