Job Title: Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mech Bias)
Job Reports To: Maintenance Manager
Department: Maintenance
Location: Coventry, UK
Hours: Shift Working
Vacancy Type: Permanent, full time and based on-site.
Salary: £37,500 - £42,500 per annum (subject to experience) + Shift Premium (£4,000) + Discretionary Bonus
JOB SUMMARY
This is a great opportunity for a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (mechanically Bias) to broaden their skills and effectively manage a variety of maintenance responsibilities for a global armour technology manufacturer. You will be a valued member of the maintenance team responsible for the upkeep of the sites plant, equipment and buildings.
This role is based on-site at our Coventry Site 1 facility, CV6 5AQ.
If you are up for a challenge and want to work for a fast paced and unique business that designs, manufactures, and integrates advanced protective products, then this is may the role for you!
Do you want to know more? Visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us!
SHIFT WORKING REQUIREMENTS
The role requires working three different shifts (Monday to Friday) that will rotate every week to cover the three timeframes below:
Mornings (Apply online only) and unpaid break (Apply online only)
Afternoons (Apply online only) and unpaid break (Apply online only)
Nights (Apply online only) and unpaid break (Apply online only)
Please Note: This role will require occasional weekend work to meet production deadlines and business needs. We are looking for candidates who are flexible and able to adapt to these demands when necessary.
BENEFITS
Discretionary Half Year Bonuses
Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
Two weeks paid leave for Reservists and Cadets to attend yearly training/camp
Paid leave for employees who are Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
Pension – ER/EE – 4%/5% = 9% combined
Life Cover – 3 x base salary
BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan
MAIN DUTIES
The main responsibilities for the role will include:
* Service and maintain all plant, equipment and building services in line with the company’s preventative maintenance standards and procedures.
* Support the sites EHS compliance obligations
* Machine tool changes and modifications
* New equipment installation and modification
* Safety system installations and improvements
* Movement or re-organisation of production lines
* Installation of services to support the sites development.
* Assist with implementation of changes to manufacturing processes.
* Any other activities requiring practical engineering support in their implementation.
* Produce work instructions for specific job tasks.
* Reactive maintenance and breakdown response
* Contractor support
EXPERIENCE
* Time served multi skilled maintenance engineer (mechanically bias)
* Relevant experience in a fast-paced preventative maintenance environment
* Electrical understanding (BS 7671)
* Knowledge of waterjet cutting systems (advantage)
* Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic systems and compression moulding
* Knowledge of steam sytems (advantage)
* Ability to fault find on electrical and mechanical systems.
* City & guilds / HNC / ONC (advantage)
* Forklift truck licence (advantage)
* Good IT experience with Microsoft Packages such as Word and Excel
* MEWP licence (advantage)
WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?
NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.
Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.
Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.
Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.
Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.
Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace