M&E Utility Operator

TG Arla; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in London is seeking an M&E Technician to join their engineering team at the Oakthorpe dairy. This role involves maintaining services as per the Planned Preventative Maintenance programme, ensuring compliance with regulations, and improving operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 NVQ or equivalent, experience in reactive maintenance, and familiarity with Hard FM environments. Join us in shaping the future of dairy and be part of a committed team focusing on sustainability and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days holiday

Annual Pay review

Employer pension matched up to 6%

Job training and development

Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with QEHS compliance such as Legionella, fire safety.
• Previous work experience within Hard FM and similar site service environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain services in line with Planned Preventative Maintenance programme.
• Conduct equipment condition appraisals and collaborate with OEMs.
• Challenge processes to improve operation and efficiency.
• Authorise permits and ensure safe work practices.
• Support production with weekend shift cover - approx 1 weekend in 4.

Skills

Reactive and planned preventative maintenance

Problem solving

Team working

Continuous improvement

Education

Level 3 NVQ or recognized engineering qualification

Tools

HV/LV systems

Job description

Overview

Shift pattern: 40 hours. Monday- Friday. 8 hour day shifts

Benefits

• Competitive salary (Base Salary + Shift Allowance)
• 24 days holiday
• Annual Pay review
• Employer pension matched up to 6% (12% total contributory)
• X4 annual salary life assurance cover
• Flexible Benefits- buy up to 5 days annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
• Strong career development & training (internal and external training)

We have an exciting M&E Technician opportunity to join our Oakthorpe dairy engineering team. This would be joining an established engineering team within a well invested fast- paced production site.

How would you make an impact

• Maintaining services across the site in line with our Planned Preventative Maintenance programme and provide corrective maintenance in case of site equipment failure and breakdown across the following; Industrial steam boiler, waste heat boiler, refrigeration plant, DAF plant, hot & cold water systems, heat exchangers, cooling tower, HVAC maintenance.
• Conduct equipment and plant condition appraisals and work alongside the OEM's when services are carried out
• Challenge current processes and practices to identify new opportunities to improve operation and efficiency
• Awareness of relevant QEHS compliance within the role such as Legionella, fire safety, PSSR, LOTO.
• Authorise permits and ensure the work is being carried out in a safe and controlled manner.
• Weekend shift cover to support production - approx 1 weekend in 4

Grow with Arla

• The ideal candidate would hold a Level 3 NVQ or recognised engineering qualification, with experience in reactive and planned preventative maintenance and working within regulated environment.
• A positive and resilient approach to problem solving, team working, and continuous improvement
• You will need to have previous work experience within Hard FM and similar site service environments
• Experience in HV/LV systems would be highly desirable

Please apply using the link or reach out to Chris Wakefield. Arla Foods talent partner.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.