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Maintenance Engineer at Clayton Glass
Clayton Glass: The difference is clear to see.
At Clayton Glass, we do things differently—and we're proud of it. The Clayton Difference is at the heart of everything we do, from creating innovative products to fostering strong, lasting relationships with our customers and team members. We believe in honesty, loyalty, and a shared commitment to excellence, which is why we put people first in every aspect of our business.
If you're looking for more than just a job—if you want to be part of a company where your contributions are valued, where growth and development are encouraged, and where you can make a meaningful impact—then Clayton Glass could be the perfect fit for you. Here, we offer not just career opportunities, but the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team that's driving innovation in the glass industry. At Clayton Glass, the difference is clear.
The Role
As a Maintenance Engineer at Clayton Glass, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our production plant and equipment. Your primary responsibility will be to maintain, repair, and improve equipment performance while adhering to safety protocols. Working both independently and as part of a team, you'll support daily and weekly maintenance tasks and take a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintenance & Repair: Perform scheduled maintenance, repairs, and improvements on production equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
* Problem Solving: Use World Class Manufacturing (WCM) tools to identify root causes of failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
* Health & Safety: Strictly adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations, including performing "OTJRA / Dynamic Risk Assessments" and participating in accident investigations.
* Operator Support: Assist operators with maintenance activities and support their understanding of machine functions to enhance overall efficiency.
* Process Improvement: Continuously seek ways to reduce breakdowns and improve processes through WCM methodologies such as 5S, AM/PM, and 5 Why analysis.
* Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate daily records of maintenance activities and ensure compliance with reporting systems and CMMS / SHIRE (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
* Project Participation: Take an active role in site projects, contributing to the reduction of plant downtime and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Criteria:
* Completion of an electrical maintenance/engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
* +2 years of experience preferred in an industrial manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical fitting, ELV control circuits, PLC I/O logic, and basic plumbing.
* Ability to read and interpret Electrical/Mechanical/Hydraulic/Pneumatic drawings and fault-find effectively.
Desirable Criteria:
* 18th Edition electrical certification with a solid understanding of the Electricity at Work Regulations.
* Full UK driving licence
* Good literacy and IT skills, including proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Continuous Improvement & Customer Focus:
* You will be expected to recommend solutions that allow production to meet daily targets, even in the event of breakdowns, and suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency. You'll be driven by a culture of continuous improvement, contributing to initiatives that reduce equipment failure and downtime.
Employee Benefits:
* Discounted Clayton Glass purchases
* Quarterly performance related company bonus scheme
* 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, plus an extra day off for your birthday
* Company pension scheme
* Referral programme
* Free on-site parking
* Health & Wellbeing programme
* Bereavement leave
Additional Information:
* Location: Clayton Glass Canterbury
Marshwood Close, Canterbury, CT1 1DX
* Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week with rotating weekly shifts:
* Week 1: 06:00 am - 14:00 pm
* Week 2: 14:00 pm - 22:00 pm
* Salary: £38,309 - £43,309 (dependent on experience)
* Positions Available: 1
If you're ready to join a dynamic team where your engineering skills can make a real difference, apply today to be part of Clayton Glass—where the difference is clear
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £38,309.00-£43,309.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Canterbury, CT1 1DX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Please can you confirm if you have an electrical maintenance/engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* industrial manufacturing environment: 2 years (preferred)
* Maintenance Engineering: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
* 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification (preferred)
* engineering apprenticeship certificate, or an equivalent (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person