Maintenance Engineer

International Procurement and Logistics Limited; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Asda Discount

Pension scheme

Life Assurance - 4x salary

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

IPL, Forza & Kober are seeking a Maintenance Engineer for our on-site team at the Normanton protein site. The role covers breakdowns, planned maintenance, and site utilities, with a focus on uptime and safety across shift patterns.

You will work with contractors, record keepings, and contribute to cost reductions while maintaining high engineering standards in a dynamic FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification with extensive additional mechanical ability/experience.
• ONC or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical.
• PLC Programming/Diagnostic Knowledge.
• Qualified to 17th edition wiring regulations.
• Proven FMCG work experience.
• Work with and install single /three phase electrical circuits.
• Effective communication skills with confidence to challenge and question.
• Flexible and self-motivated.
• Positive attitude to work and a can do attitude.
• Ability to be logical and analytical.

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns promptly and make repairs to a world class standard.
• Record and book out parts used and diagnostics of each breakdown.
• Complete regular machine maintenance programmes to reduce downtime and complete paperwork.
• Identify ways to maximise machine uptime via maintenance schedules.
• Work in a clean, safe environment and ensure safety practices are followed.
• Liaise with contractors and monitor them through the PTW system on site.
• Carry out repairs and maintenance on buildings, facilities, utilities, site plant and equipment.
• Make clear recommendations to managers for productivity gains and cost reductions.
• Optimise the use of company resources per policies and procedures.

Skills

Electrical qualification

Mechanical ability

PLC Programming

17th edition wiring regulations

FMCG experience

Single/three phase circuits

Communication skills

Flexible / self-motivated

Education

ONC or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical

Tools

PLC Diagnostics

Job description

About The Role

Join Our Dynamic Onsite Engineering Team at Forza Foods! We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for Maintenance Engineer to become a vital part of our onsite Engineering Team at our Protein site in Normanton. If you are passionate about Engineering and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you!

Position Details

Schedule: 4 on 2 off rotating shift patterns of 5:30am - 2:30pm & 2:15pm - 10:30pm

Location: Forza Foods - Site Based Role

Contract Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns promptly and make repairs to a world class standard
• Be responsible for the recording and booking out of parts used and diagnostics of each breakdown
• Complete regular machine maintenance programmes to reduce packing downtime and complete relevant paperwork
• Identify ways to maximise the “up-time” of each machine through enhanced cleaning or maintenance schedules
• Work in a clean, safe environment at all times. Monitor work area to ensure the workspace is safe and Colleagues are following safe working practices
• Liaise with our preferred contractors as and when required to do so monitoring them through the PTW system while on site
• Carry out repairs and maintenance on buildings, their facilities and utilities, plus all site plant and equipment when required to do so
• Make clear recommendations to the Engineer Manager and Departmental Manager, where productivity gains can be made to reduce costs and improvements
• Optimise the use of company resources whilst complying with the company’s policies and procedures

What are we looking for?

• Electrical qualification with extensive additional mechanical ability/experience
• ONC or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical
• PLC Programming/Diagnostic Knowledge
• Qualified to 17th edition wiring regulations
• Proven FMCG work experience
• Work with and install single /three phase electrical circuits
• Effective communication skills with confidence to challenge and question
• Flexible and self-motivated
• Positive attitude to work and a can do attitude
• Ability to be logical and analytical

Desirable skills/experience:

• IOSH Certificate
• Knowledge of VFFM’s, Slicing, Thermo Forming, metal detecting and weighing equipment

What's in it for you?

At IPL, Forza, and Kober, we're dynamic businesses, dedicated to fostering the development of our colleagues and creating an exceptional work environment. We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to drive our success. To continue our growth, we're seeking individuals who embody our values, culture, and commitment.

In return, we offer opportunities for professional development, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 15% Asda In-store Discount
• Paid Annual Leave Allowance – varies depending on shift pattern
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life Assurance - All our colleagues benefit from life assurance of 4 x their annual base salary
• Help@hand - Free, direct access to health and wellbeing support service, including unlimited video consultations with a UK-based GP 24/7, physiotherapy, and mental health support
• Grocery Aid - We’ve partnered with Grocery Aid to provide our colleagues and their families with a wide range of emotional, practical, and financial support services
• Electric Vehicle Scheme*
• Asda Mobile Discount - 30% off a wide range of Asda Mobile bundles and add-ons for our colleagues and one of their family members
• Discounted health assessments - We have exclusively negotiated rates on Self-Pay BUPA Health Assessments for you and members of your household
• Asda Pet Insurance discount – Up to 10% Discount
• Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) - MAB can provide fee-free*, no-obligation mortgage and protection advice
• Exclusive Exchange Rates via Asda Money - our colleagues can get a better exchange rate for their travel money when buying currency through Asda Travel Money (TravelEx)
• Ride-to-work scheme - We work with Evans to provide our colleagues with great savings across their range of bikes, clothing, and equipment
• Care Concierge - The Care Experts. Talk to us - we’re listening - Legal & General’s Care Concierge resource

Plus, lots more! Depending on job band, other fantastic benefits are also available including private healthcare, car allowances, and long-term incentive schemes.

About Us

Our purpose here at IPL, Forza & Kober is simple, we are one team who creates exceptional value for our customers and our mission is to support Asda on their journey to becoming #2 in the marketplace.

Through our people we live and breathe our values and we play to our strengths, but we also support each other’s development. We are a community of passionate individuals who possess a wide variety of skills and expertise, who work collectively to form a high performing team and a company to be proud of.

We are committed to a fully inclusive business that is representative of our customers, locations and the communities we serve. We recognise the value in diversity and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of sex, age, race, religion, gender or sexual identity and socio-economic background. We are committed to making IPL, Forza and Kober a place where everyone can enjoy a successful career and have systems in place to support all our colleagues. We are seeking applications from candidates who share our values, culture and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

Our culture is our people and our people are our culture!