Job Description
Maintenance Engineer (Shifts)
Location: Slough
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people.
In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
As a Maintenance Technician (Shift Engineer), you will play a crucial role in our company's success by providing technical expertise and support across our Maintenance Systems, including Single Use Bioreactors, lab equipment such as autoclaves, Belimed washing machines, centrifuges, incubators, pH meters, DTIs, purification equipment, safety cabinets, freezers, etc. The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional with a broad range of technical skills, ideally with a lab equipment background, including mechanical and electrical.
Training will be provided for unfamiliar systems where required. You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our equipment and systems, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
What you will get:
* An agile career and dynamic working culture
* An inclusive and ethical workplace
* Compensation programs that recognize high performance
* Shift allowance: 20%
* Bonus: 7.5%
* A variety of benefits
Key responsibilities:
1. Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on machinery and equipment to ensure performance and uptime.
2. Diagnose and resolve technical issues and breakdowns promptly to minimize downtime and disruptions.
3. Handle electrical components, systems, and controls effectively and safely.
4. Conduct calibration and testing of equipment to maintain accuracy and precision.
5. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment.
6. Identify areas for improvement in equipment performance and participate in improvement projects.
7. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance to GMP standards.
8. Provide training and technical support to team members.
9. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges.
Key requirements:
* Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
* At least 3 years of experience as a Multi-Skilled Engineer or similar role, with hands-on experience in maintaining and troubleshooting industrial equipment.
* Strong expertise in electrical and mechanical systems.
* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Deep understanding of safety protocols and adherence to safety standards.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Willingness to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Proactive learner, staying updated with technological advancements.
* Willing to work in shifts (7 am - 7 pm and 10 am - 10 pm).
We have shifts from 7 am - 7 pm and from 10 am – 10 pm. There is no visa sponsorship available for this role. Living within +/- 1 hour travel distance from Slough.
Every day, Lonza’s products and services positively impact millions of people. How we achieve our results is as important as the results themselves.
At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and environment. Success is not only about achievements but also about doing so ethically.
People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. We offer the satisfaction of improving lives worldwide.
Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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