Maintenance Engineer - Continental Shifts
Surface Transforms are experts in the development and production of carbon-ceramic materials and the UK’s only manufacturer of carbon-ceramic brakes for automotive use. Surface Transforms' unique patented Carbon-Ceramic technology provides the ultimate braking performance for road and track.
We are looking to expand our Heat Treatment Technology Function by adding additional Maintenance Engineer/s to the team. This newly formed role will allow you to play an important role supporting experienced engineers in heat treatment technologies within our organisation deliver robust processes with world class OEE to underpin our multi-million pound growth plans, driven to exceed our prestigious customers’ expectations by design.
As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for maintenance of all heat treatment related plant and infrastructure. You will be accountable for efficient and effective application of the preventative maintenance schedule, including traceability of all work within existing systems. The role will require excellent problem-solving skills with a multidisciplinary engineering approach in both mechanical and electrical subjects.
What you’ll be doing as our Maintenance Engineer:
* Preventative and reactive maintenance of a variety of manufacturing equipment including furnaces, vacuum pumps, cooling farms, refrigeration plant, etc.
* Preventative and reactive maintenance of a variety of equipment systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, vacuum, HVAC etc.
* Plan and prioritise workload to support production and ensure efficient use of working time.
* Implement preventative maintenance on all plant equipment, including the building (internal, external and security).
* Responding to breakdowns at pace, identify fault and problem solve with minimal downtime to production.
* Carry out breakdown root causes analysis and implement corrective actions.
* Reporting of equipment faults and concerns to management, including root cause analysis.
* Responsible for all electrical work including lighting, installation & fault finding.
* Work within 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise, Sustain) methodology to maintain workplace to a high standard.
* Ensuring that all electrical and P&ID drawings are up to date.
* Comply with all H&S procedures, legislation and company policies.
* Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard.
* Working alongside Contractors as and when required.
* Communicate effectively within all departments.
* Contribute to continuous improvement throughout the Maintenance System.
Support:
* Guided by Engineers with significant experience in furnace Engineering, Operation and Maintenance as well as extended furnace related re-engineering projects
* Networked in to external OEM furnace experts
The Skills, Knowledge and Experience you will need as our Maintenance Engineer:
* You will hold at least a HNC or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Need to have:
* Transferrable skills to be able to work in a multidisciplinary manufacturing environment.
* A delivery focus approach to work.
* Understanding of PLC’s, Variable drives, control, and instrumentation.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to use initiative.
* The ability to work as part of a team and on your own with minimum supervision.
* A current driver’s license and access to a car.
* MS Office skills.
Nice to have:
* Furnace maintenance experience.
* Experience working with vacuum systems/industrial gases.
* Forklift License.
* Welding experience.
* IPAF
You’ll have these personal attributes:
* An ability to work well under pressure
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Relevant technical knowledge
* Problem-solving skills
* Efficiency and organisation
* Teamworking skills
* Strong ability to learn.
What we’ll give you in return:
* Attractive salary: £52,500 including shift allowance
* 22 Days Annual Leave + Bank holidays
* Extra day Annual Leave for your birthday
* Free on site parking
* Company uniform on your first day and annual clothing point scheme
* A confidential employee assistance helpline
* Death in service scheme
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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