Maintenance Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure smooth operations. The role involves maintaining equipment, performing repairs, and supporting the production team. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and experience, coupled with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.

Benefits

Above statutory holiday

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance in a manufacturing setting.
• Competence with single-phase and three-phase systems.
• Desirable but not essential: 18th edition qualification.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and unplanned repairs.
• Assist with the installation of new manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Education

Formal apprenticeship in electrical, mechanical, or maintenance engineering

Tools

Maintenance management systems (e.g., Pirana)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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-GBP45K 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!

Why work through Hales Group?

All our Consultants are committed and qualified in what they do and have been operating in Lowestoft for many years. We treat candidates as our customers and try to find the right job solution for you.

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