Maintenance Engineer

Sateba UK Ltd; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Engineer to join their dynamic team in ensuring the smooth operation of essential equipment. This role involves both preventative maintenance and quick response to breakdowns, contributing to the overall efficiency of operations. You will work closely with the Maintenance Manager and have the opportunity to implement continuous improvement initiatives. If you have a strong background in mechanical and electrical maintenance, along with a commitment to safety and teamwork, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in concrete/pre-cast sector or similar mechanical plant environment.
• Qualified Electrician with strong electrical knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to maximize plant availability.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues as needed.

Skills

Hydraulic equipment maintenance

Pneumatic equipment maintenance

Mechanical fitting

Electrical maintenance

Basic milling, turning, drilling, and grinding

Communication skills

Education

Apprenticeship in Electrical Maintenance

Basic safety training

Tools

Hand tools

CMMS system

Job description

Working both with the Maintenance Team or individually to ensure the safe delivery of preventative planned maintenance and repair / fault response for all areas of the Core Business.

The Maintenance Engineer will report into the Maintenance Manager.

Key accountabilities/scope of work:

• Adhere to all Company Procedures and HSE Policies.
• Utilise the in-house Safety system (LO/TO, Permit) to carry out planned repairs/modifications and document all work carried out.
• React to equipment breakdown/malfunctions and repair efficiently and effectively, monitoring the repair until satisfied with the result.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on all plant and equipment aiming to achieve maximum plant availability, with a target of zero unplanned downtime.
• Complete all relevant paperwork accurately and in a timely manner, correctly recorded on the CMMS system.
• Communicate any concerns which may affect operational objectives to the Engineering Manager in a timely and effective manner.
• Effective and economic control of spare parts for all key processes.
• Provide cover for the key functions of other roles within the shop floor operations where relevant and possible.
• Work in a flexible manner with other engineering staff to provide 24hr technical cover. Identify continuous improvement opportunities, suggest and where relevant implement solutions.
• Complete a full range of maintenance activities across the relevant installed asset base.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and basic fabrications.
• Support other teams/departments where required.
• Accurately complete all monitoring systems in accordance with Company Policies/Procedures/Standards.
• Report any non-conformances and support corrective action activities.
• Contribute to site efficiency and performance standards.

Key experience, qualifications and skills:

• Preferred experience in concrete/pre-cast sector, construction materials or construction sector generally, and/or specific experience in an environment with similar mechanical plant configuration.
• Experience of:
  • Fitting & stripping of hydraulic & pneumatic equipment,
  • Basic milling, turning, drilling & grinding,
  • Use of hand tools for precise operations.
• Experience in working alongside production deadlines, following maintenance schedules and responding to breakdowns.
• Knowledge of Company policies, procedures and practices as applies to the role, employment and the minimum standards of behaviour expected from the job holder in relation to:
  • Health & Safety
  • Discipline
  • Attendance & Absence
  • Sickness
  • Bullying & Harassment (i.e. behaviour towards colleagues)
  • Treating others equally and fairly.
• Ideally a qualified Electrician with an apprenticeship maintenance electrical background.
• Knowledge of mechanical fitting.
• Ideally experienced working within medium/heavy industrial industry.
• Good Electrical knowledge of LV & HV would be beneficial.
• Able to perform mechanical PPMs and repairs.
• Reasonable standard of spoken and written English, demonstrable capability to read and understand work instructions, drawings, and notices/signage to ensure safe working.
• Minimum basic safety training.

Safety behaviours:

• Understand and embrace the Company’s vision for safety.
• Attend safety events as directed and keep knowledge and awareness of safe working practices up to date.
• Comply with all safety requirements including the wearing of PPE. Never carry out any tasks where not fully trained on that task (or adequately supervised whilst learning).
• Hold self and others accountable for complying with safety standards.
• Ensure safety considerations are taken into account when making decisions or carrying out any task.
• Only carry out tasks when the correct resources needed to perform the job safely are available.
• Treat safety issues in a proportionate and consistent way, never use safety as an excuse for doing or not doing something where it can’t be justified.
• Excellent timekeeping, attendance, and working flexibility.
• Display personal attributes, which include tenacity, resilience, a positive disposition, a “can-do” attitude, assertiveness & a high degree of determination to succeed.
• Able to work well in a team and support new team members.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Apply for this position

If you are interested in being considered for this role, please enclose a covering letter and CV and send to us either by email, using the Apply Now button, or by post to:

Human Resources
Sateba UK Ltd
Littlewell Lane
Stanton by Dale
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4QW