*The Opportunity:*
Reporting to the Director of Operations, we are looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer preferably with a full range of skills including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic. Ideally from a heavy industry background, you will cooperate with existing staff to plan and carry out the maintenance requirements of the business to ensure maximum production. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established profitable business.
*The Business:*
Established over 60 years ago and based in Gloucester Avon Metals Ltd is a highly respected manufacturer of high-grade aluminium casting alloys, master alloys and grain refining products all in accordance with internationally recognised specifications. We have an international customer base, and are widely regarded as an important global metals trader
*Main Duties and Responsibilities:*
* As part of our maintenance team you will work alongside our existing engineers in carrying out routine maintenance and repairs, breakdowns and general upgrading works, in a safe and efficient manner.
* Liaise closely with our operations and production managers to ensure all plant and equipment is maintained to high standards and breakdowns are dealt with in a timely fashion.
*Skills and Experience required:*
* Mechanical background – FLT/Grab repairs
* Experience working with motors, conveyers, casting tracks, Hydraulics & pneumatics.
* Proven experience working in a similar role, within a fast-paced production environment
* Highly organised and able to multitask under pressure
* A good understanding of costs, quantities, timescales, and contract terms for any work undertaken
* A professional and positive attitude to work
* Proven ability to communicate at all levels
* Proactive and self-motivated
* Good computer skills
* Flexible approach to working hours as operations are 24 hours a day and there will be a requirement to carry out maintenance responsibilities around production
*Additional Information:*
* Hourly paid on a four-weekly cycle
* Annual bonus based upon performance and company profitability
* 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays
*Please email a comprehensive CV and covering letter stating: -*
* Previous work experience
* Evidence of the required skills listed above
* Highest level of qualifications
* Latest rate of pay/salary
* Current availability
* NOTE - All applicants must have the right to work in the UK
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Life insurance
Experience:
* Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Maintenance Engineer