Job Summary
With over 150 years' experience, The Long Rake Spar Company Ltd is a supplier of quality specialised decorative aggregates sourced from all over the world, and we have an exciting opportunity for skilled and dedicated Maintenance Engineer to join our team in a dynamic manufacturing facility at Rye, East Sussex.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and experience in industrial maintenance, ensuring the optimal performance of our equipment and systems.
The purpose of the Maintenance Engineer is to ensure the reliability, efficiency, and safety of critical plant equipment and systems within a manufacturing environment. This includes maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimising robotic bagging lines, washing and drying systems, and mobile plant equipment. By minimising downtime, improving operational efficiency, and supporting new projects, the Maintenance Engineer will play a crucial role in maintaining a seamless production flow and supporting the overall success of the manufacturing operations. Ensuring all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, both in daily operations and during new installations.
ROLE
· Compliance with safety and regulatory standards during maintenance activities.
· Identify and mitigate risks associated with equipment maintenance, adhering to safe working practices.
· Conduct regular safety audits of equipment, ensuring adherence to company and regulatory safety standards.
· Develop, implement, and maintain a preventive maintenance schedule for all plant equipment to minimise unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
· Perform root cause analysis of recurring failures and implement corrective actions to prevent future issues.
· Maintain and repair mobile plant machinery, including forklifts, loaders, and other heavy equipment used for material handling within the plant.
· Effective support for new plant installations and equipment upgrades.
QUALIFICATIONS
· HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or a related discipline.
· Training in robotic systems, automation, or plant maintenance is highly desirable.
EXPERIENCE
· Firsthand experience with robotic bagging lines, including troubleshooting, calibration, and preventive maintenance.
· Experience maintaining washing and drying systems for raw materials, with an understanding of their operation and performance requirements.
· Proven expertise in mobile plant maintenance, including forklifts, and other material handling equipment.
· Familiarity with the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of new plant systems.
· Project support experience and ability to work on new installations or upgrades, ensuring a smooth transition from project phase to operational phase.
SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
· Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with cross-functional teams and provide technical advice.
Salary: Depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time