Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical Bias)
* Location: Canterbury, Kent
* Shifts: 28-day continental rotation (14 days on, 14 days off)
* Hours: 12-hour shifts, alternating between 6am-6pm and 6pm-6am
* Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
* Salary: £53,675
Day-to-day of the role:
* Assist the Engineering Manager in creating a high-performing team aimed at achieving zero breakdowns and eliminating machine setup issues.
* Perform planned mechanical maintenance tasks autonomously to maximise machinery uptime and minimise production disruption.
* Support reactive mechanical maintenance tasks proactively, ensuring minimal production downtime in collaboration with the Engineering Manager.
* Conduct mechanical installations and adjustments, adhering to health and safety standards.
* Help in creating and reviewing mechanical risk assessments, SOPs, OPLs, and Preventative Maintenance Schedules.
* Conduct effective fault diagnosis using mechanical root cause analysis to identify problems and determine solutions.
* Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, service providers, and department managers.
* Suggest mechanical process improvements to foster a culture of continuous improvement and support future business growth.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Reliable, hard-working, and enthusiastic individual.
* Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, ideally within fresh produce or FMCG.
* Formal Qualification in Mechanical Engineering with significant experience in mechanical maintenance and installations.
* Proficient in mechanical systems and good IT skills for producing well-presented documentation and reports.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across various departments.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
* Support for professional development and continuous learning.
* Involvement in projects that focus on sustainability and innovation.
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