Maintenance Engineer

ICL Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company in Somerset is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure smooth operations and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of multiskilled engineering experience and will be responsible for proactive maintenance, liaising with contractors, and participating in improvement projects. A recognized operational qualification in maintenance is required.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a multiskilled engineering environment.
• Recognised safety qualification with understanding of H&S principles.
• Experience with industry standards for safety, PPMs, and engineering records.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and address maintenance needs.
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs as necessary.
• Liaise with contractors for quality maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical fitting/repairs

Communication and teamwork

Project improvement participation

Inventory and procurement management

Education

Recognised operational qualification or an apprenticeship in maintenance

Job description

Overview

GreenBest is a dynamic and ambitious manufacturing company that supplies fertilisers and other related products to the amenity turf market (golf courses, football pitches, bowling greens, lawncare and municipal areas). GreenBest recently became a member of the ICL Group of chemical & fertilizer businesses. The key to the Company’s success within this fast-moving environment is the outstanding technical expertise within the sales and production teams, coupled with a high level of customer service. Central to the business is our Production facility – equipped to prepare, manufacture, pack, warehouse, receive & dispatch our full range of materials & products – through a comprehensive set of resources, information, administration, & particularly a full team of people who make it happen.

The Role:

Are you enthusiastic, passionate, and keen to make a difference with a proactive attitude? If this sounds like you; GreenBest is seeking a Maintenance Engineer with a solid understanding and a proven track record in maintenance of buildings, services, and equipment. As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be integral to our operations, ensuring that our facilities run smoothly and safely.

The successful candidate must be based within Somerset and/or within commutable distance to the site in Henstridge.

Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance: Proactively identify and address maintenance needs where required.
• Maintenance Execution: Be capable of performing mechanical and electrical fitting/repairs, or modifications.
• Contractor Engagement: Liaise with external contractors to ensure quality and efficiency in maintenance tasks and supply of equipment or parts.
• Improvement Projects: Actively participate in the continuous improvement of projects onsite.
• Compliance and Safety: Part of the health and safety team, maintaining compliance with safety standards whilst driving change.
• Inventory and Procurement: Maintenance stock inventory administration, ordering of spare parts for machines and equipment, and source quotes for maintenance supplies.
• Equipment Management: Conduct daily/weekly inspections and maintain and review maintenance check sheets.
• Implementation: Implementation of improvement standards and tools to drive the business.
• Ensure safe operations and compliance with internal and external safety, environmental, and legislative requirements with hazard identification and risk management.

The Person

• Strong ability to communicate business and departmental objectives, fostering an informed and engaged team culture with the ability to communicate in detail with people at all levels.
• Support the engagement and interaction with suppliers and Contractors.
• Ability to hold a technical discussion as part of improvement projects - advising whilst providing a maintenance and engineering viewpoint.
• Ability to communicate and maintain records for improvement projects and planned preventative maintenance.

The Requirements

• You must hold a recognised operational qualification or an apprenticeship in maintenance.
• At least 5 years of experience in a multiskilled engineering environment.
• Recognised safety qualification with clear awareness of H&S principles within an associated industry.
• Experience of implantation of industry standards for H&S, PPMs, engineering record keeping.
• Highly flexible, adaptable, and committed.