Engineering Technician

Müller UK & Ireland is Wholly Owned By Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller Which Employs Over 31,000 People Throughout Europe. In The UK, Müller Develops, Manufactures And Markets a Wide Range Of Branded And Private Label Dairy Products Made With Milk From 1,300 Farmers In Britain.Müller Is Ranked Within The Top 20 In The Grocer’s Top 100 List Of Britain’s Biggest Brands And Is Picked From Shelves Millions Of Times Each Year. Müller UK & Ireland Includes

Müller Milk & Ingredients which aims to be Britain’s private label dairy leader and produces branded and private label fresh milk, cream, butter and ingredients products. It boasts a network of dairies and depots servicing customers throughout the country.

Müller Yogurt & Desserts which is the UK’s leading yogurt manufacturer which aims to create millions more Müller moments for its consumers. It is responsible for major brands like Müller Corner, Müllerlight, Müller Bliss, Müller Rice, FRijj and Müller Kefir Smoothie and produces chilled desserts under licence from Mondelez International. It also supplies the UK private label yogurt market from a dedicated, state of the art yogurt facility.

Engineering Technician

Location: Bridgwater

Contract Type: Permanent – 4 on 4 off (7 AM – 7 PM, 2 days / 2 nights)

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Engineering Technician to join our team at Müller Milk & Ingredients in Bridgwater. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining and improving a wide range of equipment and systems across the site.

We welcome applicants from either mechanical or electrical backgrounds, as well as those who are already multi-skilled. Whether your experience comes from manufacturing, the armed forces, or another sector, we value your expertise and transferable skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure equipment reliability
• Diagnose and resolve faults across a variety of systems and machinery
• Interpret technical drawings, including electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics
• Apply automation and control knowledge to support fault finding and resolution
• Complete maintenance tasks including preventative, condition-based, and corrective actions
• Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Completion of a recognised engineering apprenticeship
• Relevant qualifications and hands-on experience in maintenance (mechanical, electrical, or both)
• Ability to work across a range of systems and equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach
• Willingness to work on a rotating shift pattern
• Additional qualifications such as HNC, IOSH/NEBOSH, or experience with continuous improvement tools are beneficial but not essential.
  
  

Shift Pattern

4 on 4 off – rotating between days and nights (2 days, 2 nights)

What We Offer

• Clear career development pathways and long-term prospects
• Generous annual leave allowance (276 hours)
• Access to the Müller Rewards Platform with discounts across major retailers
• Onsite parking
• Supportive team environment
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• 5% annual bonus (subject to company performance)
  
  

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values your experience—regardless of your background—and supports your growth and development.

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Contact Details

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Müller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ