Multiskilled Engineer – on-site (Roastery, Basildon)
Multiskilled Engineer – on-site, Costa Roastery, Basildon,
At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft. We’re reimagining coffee experiences in over 50 countries and counting, as a key part of the Coca-Cola System. Whether you get your coffee in a store, from a machine, at home, or on the go – we’ve got you covered.
Join our Roastery team as a Multiskilled Engineer, where you’ll play a vital role in keeping our production lines running smoothly and efficiently.
Our teams make a difference. Whether that’s working on new tech for the perfect pour, helping our teams grow, creating award-winning campaigns, crunching the numbers, or developing the latest exciting menu item; together, we stir up success.
We may be a global brand, but we haven’t forgotten our roots. That’s where the Costa Foundation and our fantastic community agenda come in. Whatever your role, you can help us change lives in coffee-growing communities and help your local community too.
We also want to help you grow in your career through amazing experiences, our apprenticeship scheme, and development programmes. At Costa, you can go beyond the day to day.
And as a Multiskilled Engineer, there’s never been a better time to join.
So, why Costa?
We didn’t become a global coffee brand by sitting back. When you work here, you join a community that values passion, progression and integrity, with some brilliant perks to sweeten the deal:
• Own a piece of Costa’s success by becoming a share owner in Coca-Cola with our Share Investment Plan (SIP)
• A smart pension that saves you money on tax and national insurance, and matches your contributions up to 10%
• The Costa Financial Support Fund, supporting team members who find themselves in unexpected financial pressure
• 50% discount in all Costa-owned stores, and 25% off in other participating stores
• Private medical cover thanks to our Private Healthcare scheme
(Explore even more perks here: https://bit.ly/costaperks)
We’re passionate about being a great place to work, where you can bring your unique self into our mix. We firmly support diversity, equity and inclusion, and continue to work with our teams to shape the future of our culture and values: Disciplined to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge and Trusted Team Players.
What you’ll do
Being a Multiskilled Engineer is about so much more than bringing our coffee to the world. It’s your chance to stir up real success – which means you’ll be:
• Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on plant equipment to improve reliability and minimise downtime.
• Performing machine adjustments and changeovers to support production line efficiency.
• Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, planning corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with safety and food standards.
• Collaborating with production teams and third-party suppliers to optimise processes and maintain service levels.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and providing technical expertise to enhance productivity.
Who you are
It’s your unique ingredients we’re interested in:
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with strong mechanical knowledge.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery, including conveyors, motors, and packing equipment.
• Experienced in automation/PLC systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
• A proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills and a hands-on approach.
Where you’ll work
Our Roastery team works flexibly, blending home working with on-site presence when needed. You’ll be based at our production site, ensuring our coffee keeps flowing to millions of customers worldwide.
