Shift engineer

Bradford
KNAPP
Shift engineer
Posted: 18 June
The role

Job Summary

It is expected that our Engineers will possess proven experience of dealing with electro-mechanical faults and preventative maintenance operations within a warehouse environment. Reporting to the Site Leadership structure, the Engineer will be eager though safety conscious, with a track record of owning problems and taking them through to successful completion.


Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Mechanical strip-down/re-assembly, basic field wiring, machine calibration and system testing
  • Day to day maintenance of site MHE to a high standard
  • Accountable for managing time via CMMS to achieve over 90% utilisation
  • Look to continuously improve all aspects of new and old equipment, be health and safety conscience
  • Work against timeframes to complete reactive repairs
  • Interact with on-site management keeping them informed of repair and maintenance progression and address their concerns in a professional manner
  • Service and repair current installed products and demonstrate hands on ownership of issues to achieve a fast resolution
  • Able to interpret electrical circuit diagrams and work with upto 415V circuits
  • Appreciate Health & Safety considerations and be able to carry out risk assessments
  • Promote a strong safety culture and compliance to current H&S standards
  • Mechanical aptitude including the ability to read assembly drawings
  • Operate hand tools and be able to assemble parts onto equipment
  • Able to follow set up instructions, assembly drawings and check lists
  • Attention to detail and exceptional follow-up skills
  • Be willing to learn and adapt to changing role requirements
  • Appreciation of Cultural Diversity
  • Able to communicate effectively with stakeholders both internally and within the customer organisation
  • Bus systems
  • Diagnostics

    • Skills, qualifications and experience

  • NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in an Electro-Mechanical Engineering discipline
  • Understanding of PLC’s and their function
  • Pneumatic and Hydraulic knowledge beneficial
  • Computer literate with basic Microsoft Office skills
  • Use of CMMS system and engineering stores
  • HNC/HND/NVQ level 5 equivalent is desirable

    • Important behaviours to have in line with our company values

  • Appreciation – Recognises the achievement of others
  • Creativity – Is resourceful and innovative
  • Courage – Willing to learn and try new things
  • Openness – Always approachable and helpful
  • Reliability – Consistently gives their best

    • Local benefits

    Some locations have local benefits; please speak to a member of the management team.

    Tips for applicants

    Are you looking for new challenges? Do your eyes sparkle with enthusiasm when you talk about your specialist area? Do you gladly take on responsibility? Are you able to grasp complex issues? Are you brave enough to take new paths and do you view changes as exciting opportunities?

    Then apply now! We look forward to getting to know you.

    Here are a few tips for a successful application.

    Complete + online + authentic = good chances

    Complete

    The following documents are important to us:

  • Cover letter (please indicate your core areas in the case of speculative applications)
  • CV (résumé) in tabular format
  • Diploma certificates and evidence of professional experience

    • Online

    Please only apply via our application tool.

    Tip: Apply for current vacancies to maximize your chances. In the case of speculative applications, it can take some time before we have an appropriate offer for you.

    Authentic

    Once you have completed the first two steps, you are a good deal closer to your new job. If your educational and professional backgrounds fit one of our job opportunities we will invite you to an interview in person.

    The interview is the most important part of the application process. Above all, we look for authenticity. During the interview, we will find out whether our expectations match each other and whether a long-term cooperation can be formed.

    Application process

    1. Apply online

    2. Confirmation of receipt sent

    3. Human Resources and specific department look at your documents

    4. If we like what we see: invitation to an interview in person

    5. The excitement builds: first interview in person

    6. If necessary: second interview in person

    7. Do we fit well together? Welcome to KNAPP!

    To ensure a speedy application process, please only apply via our application tool. After submitting your application you will receive a confirmation of receipt.

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