Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Take ownership of improvement activities and support site-wide projects.
* Support the Maintenance Supervisor in daily activity planning and work prioritisation.
* Maintain records within the site maintenance system (Calibrations/Inspections/Breakdowns/Repairs/Etc.).
* Evaluate the quantity and availability of spare parts required to be in stock.
* Identify and propose subcontractors and suppliers, and assist in developing requests for quotes.
* Deliver fast, effective electrical/mechanical fault finding by investigating root causes and implementing preventative solutions.
* Ensure all corrective maintenance actions are carried out accurately and constructively.
* Ensure that all consumed parts are booked out correctly and recorded as necessary.
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance tasks.
* Practise continuous improvement, innovation, and proactiveness for improved ways of working, offering possible solutions to problems encountered.
Requirements:
Education: Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Essential:
* Time-served fully indentured modern apprenticeship.
* BTEC/HNC/HND/NVQ level 3 – Engineering Qualification.
* Electrical & Program Local Control (PLC) fault finding relevant qualifications.
Desirable:
* HND / Foundation Degree in Engineering.
* Relevant IOSH Safety Training.
* PLC fault finding – (Advantageous Siemens S7).
* 17th Edition IET wiring Regulations.
Experience:
* Significant experience within manufacturing & maintenance environments, although other modern industrial environments would be considered (FMCG). Applicants with a hands-on maintenance background, such as a fully indentured modern apprenticeship, would be at an advantage.
* Good hands-on knowledge of electronic, electrical, and PLC control systems.
* Experience with pneumatic systems; air rams, solenoids, and pressure sensors.
* Knowledge of ATEX rated areas would be advantageous.
* Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
* Ability to understand electrical drawings.
* General knowledge of health and safety standards and the ability to carry out risk assessments.
* Good organisational and decision-making skills.
* Ability to make quick and accurate decisions.
* Able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Self-motivated, proactive, and reliable.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Forward-thinking.
* Progressive attitude towards training.
* IT literate (able to input work and times into a maintenance system).
* Good verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
Specific skills:
* Dual-skilled, with experience in pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLC control systems (Siemens S7).
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.
* Opportunity for career growth within the company.
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