Overview
Sika is a speciality chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector towards greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.
Sika is a speciality chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector towards greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.
Job Description
We’re looking for an Engineer to join our Engineering/ Maintenance team. At Sika Wishaw.
About Sika Operations – Wishaw Render Site
Be part of an engineering team covering all engineering activities on site. Ensuring high level of safety management are maintained and adherence to the relevant standards and codes of practice.
Purpose of the Role
To maintain a strong maintenance team, we have the position of recruiting an Engineer, who is willing to be part of our engineering team. Where they can show case their skills, experience and develop “In-House” with our team, develop & challenge themselves on our current manufacturing processes. Gain sufficient knowledge & competence of the equipment on site. Ensuring all equipment and machinery is operating at maximum efficiency, through conductive effective machinery servicing. Maintaining machinery through our PPM process.
What’s In it for You?
The Opportunity:
Develop as an Engineer gaining new skills & knowledge. Be part of a successful Engineering team that is contributing to improving the Sika Wishaw site. Where appropriate, be open to developing yourself on new technology processes. Overall be an active staff team player within the Wishaw team.
The Rewards
You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, and a sweep of great benefits. We pride ourselves on our total reward package:
* Holiday 25 days rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays
* A company pension contribution of up to 10%
* Private healthcare for you, with option to add family
* Group life cover at 6x your annual salary
* Global Income Protection (PHI)
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme
* Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones
* Selected discounted Sika products
The Support
Be Part of the Sika family, where the Sika Leadership Commitment is to:
Drive Change – communicate a clear vision/goal.
Unlock potential – be open minded/drive innovation.
Win Together – build diverse teams, listen & collaborate.
Inspire – Empower and challenge, recognise success.
The Skills
Be a committed/ driven individual who can show commitment to personal development from day one, including a keenness to learn new skills.
Qualifications
What we need from you?
Electrical Biased:
* HNC Electrical apprenticeship (or equivalent/higher)
* BS7671 IEE wiring regulations 18th edition – Desired.
* Level 3 Certificate in Inspection, testing and certification - Desired
* Basic PLC knowledge and fault finding.
* Working knowledge of Machine Safety Directives, EAWR 1989 and PUWER
* Minimum 3 years relevant experience
Mechanical Biased:
* Level 7 - Maintenance Engineering / Engineering Systems (or equivalent/higher)
* Working knowledge of Machine Safety Directives, EAWR 1989 and PUWER
* Minimum 3 years relevant experience
Additional Information
The Future:
Potential Career Routes: Maintenance Engineer / Technician.
Potential Future Develop Opportunities within Sika
The opportunity to progress within a global company across a variety of business areas.
Commitment towards Diversity
We welcome expressions of interest from all eligible applicants. The Construction Industry and Sika remain disproportionately under-represented by women and we therefore particularly welcome applications from women interested in an Engineering career within the building supplies and materials industry. Accordingly, we aim to provide an enabling and inclusive working environment for all.
We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
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