Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Wincanton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Site Engineer to join their expanding team in Henstridge. This full-time position involves hands-on engineering work, overseeing production processes, and managing subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering background and experience in a manufacturing setting. You will play a crucial role in ensuring low-cost production while maximizing capacity and minimizing downtime. If you are enthusiastic about engineering and looking for a dynamic role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Hands-on work environment

Opportunity to manage subcontractors

Qualifications

• Hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and relationship skills required.

Responsibilities

• Control engineering requirements and manage contractors and suppliers.
• Maximise production capacity and minimise downtime.

Skills

Engineering experience

Mechanical knowledge

Communication skills

Health and Safety understanding

Project management

Job description

Job Description

Site Engineer

Salary: £up to 46K DOE

Holidays: 24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Location: Henstridge - Near Wincanton & Yeovil

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 07.30-16.30

My Client, a rapidly expanding manufacturing company based in Henstridge near Wincanton, is looking to recruit a 'hands-on' Site Engineer. The successful Site Engineer will report into the Operations Director & be closely aligned with the Production Manager. The Site Engineer will action & control the entire engineering requirements of the business. This will include direct hands-on intervention with all plant, equipment & utilities.

Also, engagement & supervision of contractors & suppliers. The role will help to deliver low-cost production, maximise capacity, maximise yield, minimise downtime, extend the life of plant & equipment, and minimise expenditure on maintenance & repair issues. The position is full-time factory based.

The successful person MUST:

1. Have previous Engineering experience gained in a manufacturing environment
2. Strong mechanical knowledge
3. Strong relationship skills and ability to communicate engineering issues with people at all levels
4. Be hands-on, working with a small team and happy with the management of subcontractors - Most of the engineering work will be carried out by yourself or regular subcontractors
5. Enjoy working on multiple projects at any one time
6. Thorough understanding of Health and Safety

This role will suit an enthusiastic individual with a strong mechanical engineering background. This role is commutable from Wincanton, Shepton Mallet, Yeovil, Shaftesbury, Frome, Bruton, Mere, Warminster, Westbury. This role will suit a candidate that may previously have worked as an Engineering Supervisor, Engineering Coordinator, Maintenance Manager, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Supervisor, Quarry Engineer, Agricultural Technician, Agricultural Engineer, or Engineering Team Leader.