Maintenance Engineer

Hales Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their dynamic production team. This vital role ensures that operations run smoothly 24/7, with responsibilities including performing preventative maintenance, resolving equipment issues, and supporting shift leaders. The ideal candidate will have a formal engineering apprenticeship and experience in a manufacturing environment. This position offers a competitive salary with additional benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting. Ready to take on the challenge and contribute to a thriving team?

Benefits

Above statutory holiday

Night allowance

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in fault-finding and resolving equipment issues.
• Competence with single-phase and three-phase systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily planned maintenance and unplanned repairs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for equipment and processes.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Maintenance experience in manufacturing

Electrical and mechanical engineering skills

Computer literacy

Proactive attitude

Education

Formal apprenticeship in engineering

18th edition qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Maintenance management systems (Pirana)

Job description

Are you a skilled engineer with a knack for problem-solving and a passion for keeping production running smoothly? We're looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our client's dynamic production team. This role is crucial in ensuring operations run seamlessly 24/7.

What You'll Do:

1. Be the go-to person for production equipment and ancillary services during your shift.
2. Support shift team leaders with day-to-day engineering needs.
3. Perform daily planned preventative maintenance and unplanned repairs.
4. Fault-find and resolve equipment issues down to the root cause.
5. Assist with the installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.
6. Drive continuous improvement initiatives for our equipment and processes.
7. Build strong working relationships across various teams.
8. Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
9. Provide training and mentoring to production operatives and apprentices.

What We're Looking For:

1. Formal apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications in electrical, mechanical, or maintenance engineering.
2. Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
3. 18th edition qualification is desirable, but not essential.
4. Competence with single-phase and three-phase systems, motor starters, control panels, and motors.
5. Experience with variable speed drives, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and drive transmission systems.
6. Proficiency in disassembling and assembling machinery and equipment components.
7. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
8. Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience with maintenance management systems like Pirana.
9. A proactive attitude and the ability to make decisions when needed.

LOCATION: Near Framlingham (own transport is required due to location of site)
TERM: Permanent
PAY: GBP40K-GBP45 including 10% night allowance
HOURS: 6am-2pm/2pm-10pm/10pm-6am on a weekly rotation
BENEFITS: above statutory holiday and many more additional benefits!

Ready to take on a new challenge and keep our production running smoothly? Apply now and become a key player in our team!