Full job descriptionAre you a mechanically minded engineer who enjoys solving problems, improving reliability, and keeping production moving? As a Maintenance Engineer at our Edinburgh site, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the performance of our manufacturing operation, helping to ensure our world-famous products continue to reach customers across the UK.
Working within a skilled and collaborative engineering team, you’ll be at the heart of a fast-paced food manufacturing environment where no two days are the same. From maintaining cutting-edge production equipment to supporting continuous improvement projects and enhancing plant reliability, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference every day.
Working on a rotating continental-style shift pattern, you’ll alternate between 12-hour day shifts (6:00am–6:00pm) and night shifts (6:00pm–6:00am). You’ll work an average of 42 hours per week while benefiting from 14 days off every 28-day cycle, providing regular extended breaks and supporting a strong work-life balance alongside a rewarding engineering career.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that continues to invest in its people, technology, and facilities. You’ll benefit from varied technical challenges, ongoing development opportunities, and the chance to build your career with one of the UK’s leading food manufacturers.


Responsibilities
*Help keep our bakery performing at its best by supporting the reliability and availability of a diverse range of modern manufacturing equipment and site services.
*Be part of a highly skilled engineering team focused on delivering operational excellence across a busy, high-volume production environment.
*Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment performance, drive efficiency, and support long-term site success.
*Work across a broad range of mechanical systems and technologies, providing plenty of variety and opportunities to expand your technical expertise.
*Play an important role in maintaining the high standards of quality, safety, and food manufacturing excellence that our customers expect from FBC UK.


Criteria
*A recognised Mechanical Engineering qualification, ideally gained through a time-served apprenticeship.
*Experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
*Strong mechanical aptitude combined with a proactive approach to learning and development.
*Excellent problem-solving abilities and a passion for delivering high standards.
*A collaborative mindset and the flexibility to thrive within a fast-paced engineering team.


About us?
We are a leading UK food manufacturer, producing a wide range of high-quality bakery products enjoyed by millions of consumers every day.
Our site manufactures premium oat bakes, shortbread products, and own-label ranges supplied to some of the UK’s most recognised retailers, foodservice operators, and household brands. Operating within a fast-paced and highly regulated manufacturing environment, we are committed to delivering exceptional standards of food safety, quality, and customer service.
Employing approximately 150–250 colleagues on site and operating 24/7, we continue to invest in our people, facilities, and future growth. Our success is built on creating a culture where individuals are supported to develop their careers, contribute new ideas, and make a meaningful impact on the business.
We believe our people are the key ingredient to our success. That’s why we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and rewarding workplace where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.


What’s in it for you?
Grow your career with genuine development opportunities – whether you’re looking to deepen your technical expertise, expand your leadership capabilities, or take the next step in your career, you’ll be supported through training, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.
Join a business that invests in its people – you’ll become part of a collaborative and supportive culture where knowledge sharing, teamwork, and continuous improvement are valued and encouraged every day.
Make a real impact – enjoy a role where your contribution is recognised and where you’ll have the opportunity to influence performance, drive improvements, and help shape future success.
Benefit from a competitive rewards package – including a range of employee benefits, wellbeing support, pension contributions, annual leave, and additional perks that help support you both inside and outside of work.
Be part of something bigger – join a successful and growing organisation where innovation, quality, and continuous investment create exciting opportunities for long-term career progression.




Commitment to inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to succeed. We believe that different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds strengthen our organisation and help us create a more innovative and rewarding workplace.
By nurturing talent and supporting continuous learning, we provide opportunities for our people to develop both personally and professionally. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can be themselves, contribute fully, and build fulfilling careers.


Further information
Once you have responded to the above, your application will go through the following stages of assessment:
*Application Review - Your CV, supporting documents and qualification notes will be reviewed by hiring managers to determine eligibility for interview.
*Interview - If invited to interview, you’ll be assessed against the categories in the Skills & Experience section of the job advert.
*Feedback - Feedback will be provided post-interview. If successful, your application will be considered for offer. Please note feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.