WE ARE 200 years of history and over 2,300 employees strong. WE ARE a business loaded with opportunity and career progression. WE ARE innovators, designers, makers and engineers who manufacture and provide smart, efficient, and effective building products and solutions. Through our customer relationships, diverse building product range and solutions, we enable the creation of inspirational homes, places and spaces for us all to live and work better. With eight core product categories, underpinned by expert design and technical services, we work with architects, builders, merchants and the wider construction supply chain to build the face of Britain. We are fully committed to a net zero future and continue to invest in expertise and product development to manufacture more efficiently and sustainably. We pride ourselves on leading for new, innovative and sustainable products and solutions, both for today and for a new era of building. To support our progress, we are currently recruiting for a Engineering Shift Supervisor to come and join our team at our Sittingbourne site in Sittingbourne, ME10 3SL Specific responsibilities include: To safely prioritise, plan and execute machine repairs and maintenance based on production demand. The role-holder will be required to work ‘on the tools’ (mechanical and electrical) for a percentage of each shift - subject to demand. To take full responsibility of the shift Engineers in terms of prioritising the management of breakdowns and PPM planning and t-card planning whilst maintaining smooth running of the production processes. To ensure all compliant checks and PPM’s are carried out effectively and on time ensuring the records go to the appropriate person of responsibility To coordinate, control and direct site shift engineers and other contractors working on site to carry out their required work in a safe and effective manner - including control through RAMS, and Authorisation and Permit to Work processes. To assist the Engineering Manager to manage essential spares and stock parts as efficiently and effectively as required; ordering using supply lead times, cost and risk analysis to determine the spares purchased, and ensuring the Engineering Spares Stock Sheet is maintained daily. Work with Site Production Manager and Site Engineering Manager and all employees to ensure all areas of the factory work together to maximize performance, specifically providing all materials and schedules to all areas & processes. To have an active role in the company continuous improvement plan to achieve plans for future growth To take a proactive role in achieving and where possible exceeding standards and performance in Health and Safety, Housekeeping, Financial, Quality and Customer Service and Environmental requirements of the business. To be Step up for Site Engineering Manager when needed. Ensuring risk assessment and systems of work are followed by engineers to ensure safe practice. Be the key site contact for weekend work when on shift - for site and external persons (escalating as required). Organising and managing the necessary ‘permits to work’ when required for the maintenance team and contractors Lead the execution of the PPM maintenance systems to maximise machine performance and minimise breakdowns. Planning larger maintenance tasks with the Production leadership team to minimise disruption of production requirements. Organising work that needs to be carried out by shift engineers and contractors from specifying job requirements, inductions through to signing off the work when completed. Take a role in the drive for continuous improvement on site to minimise all health related risks including reducing exposure to dust, noise, vibration and other health related risks keeping clear records of all improvements achieved. Using problem solving tools and techniques to generate quick repair plans / improvement work. Effectively communicating the daily / weekly maintenance requirements to the management, supervisory and production teams with clear instructions of all plans. Keeping accurate records of all maintenance work carried out for future reference. Maintaining and improving all plant to a high standard to give maximum performance. Development of the Engineering Team to the required standards - i.e. apprentices. Support the management team in all aspects of the business. Cross departmental and factory communications. Regular communication and contributing to feedback to the Engineering Manager fpr performance reviews with the team on Company and departmental issues. Essential Qualifications & Experience: ?ndustry Recognised Qualifications such as Mechanical/Electrical: NVQ level 3, City & Guilds Pt 1 & 2 Sound Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Knowledge, such as Hydraulics and Pneumatics, bench fitting. Production Knowledge Experience - specifically breakdowns in pressurised production settings. Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Including Continuous Improvement Approach Relentless Pursuit of Excellence Think you can make a difference? WE ARE your future. More details: Full time, permanent role Competitive salary Bonus scheme Shift Allowance Digicare Provided by Aviva 10% matched pension, administered by Legal and General 3x life insurance Share Save scheme eligibility Full access to Employee Assistance programme for self and family members Access to high street retail discounts platform - with access to discounts at Tesco, Asda, etc… Personal development and career progression opportunities Our commitment to diversity and inclusion? Excited about the role, but your past experience or qualifications don’t perfectly match everything in the job description? We would encourage you to still apply. Studies have shown that some people, particularly from minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Here at Ibstock Plc we are dedicated to building belonging, empowering our colleagues to be their true self by offering a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or other future roles across the Ibstock Group. Ibstock Plc are committed and passionate about building a diverse environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, disability or age.