Maintenance Engineer – Composite Armour Systems - £37K to £42K - Perm - Coventry

NP Aerospace Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A global armour technology manufacturer is seeking a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to manage maintenance responsibilities in Coventry. The successful candidate will maintain buildings, plants, and equipment and must have relevant experience in electrical systems. The role includes shift work and offers a competitive salary with additional benefits.

Benefits

Discretionary Half Year Bonuses

25 days holidays + 8 Bank Holidays

Paid leave for Reservists and Cadets

Pension plan with 8% combined

Life Cover – 3 x base salary

BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as a multi-skilled maintenance engineer.
• Knowledge of waterjet cutting systems is an advantage.
• Understanding of steam generation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete site TPM programme.
• Attend and resolve breakdowns on plant and equipment.
• Maintain maintenance service records.

Skills

Electrical background (BS 7671)

Ability to fault find on electrical and mechanical systems

Good IT experience with Microsoft Packages

Knowledge of hydraulic systems

Time served multi-skilled maintenance engineer

Education

City & Guilds / HNC / ONC

Tools

Forklift truck licence

MEWP licence

Job description

Job Title: Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) – Composite Armour Systems
Job Reports To: Maintenance Manager
Department: Maintenance
Location: Coventry, UK
Hours: Shift Working
Vacancy Type: Permanent, full time and based on-site.
Salary: £37,500 - £42,500 per annum + Shift Premium (£4K) + Discretionary Bonus

JOB SUMMARY

This is a great opportunity to broaden your skills and effectively manage a variety of maintenance responsibilities for a global armour technology manufacturer.

If you are up for a challenge and want to work for a fast paced and unique business that designs, manufactures, and integrates advanced protective products, then this is may the role for you!

We are looking for a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer with the experience and ability to maintain our buildings, plants and equipment located within the Coventry facilities.

This role is based on-site at our Coventry Site 1 facility, CV6 5AQ.

SHIFT WORKING REQUIREMENTS

The role requires working three different shifts (Monday to Friday) that will rotateevery week to cover the three timeframes below:

Mornings 0600-1400 and unpaid break 0930-1000

Afternoons 1400-2200 and unpaid break 1730-1800

Nights 2200-0600 and unpaid break 0130-0200

WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, andour vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges.Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedicationform the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Do you want to know more? Visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us!

BENEFITS

Discretionary Half Year Bonuses

Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme

Two weeks paid leave for Reservists and Cadets to attend yearly training/camp

Paid leave for employees who are Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)

Pension – ER/EE – 3%/5% = 8% combined

Life Cover – 3 x base salary

BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.

MAIN DUTIES

The main responsibilities for the role will include:

• Complete site TPM programme
• Attend and complete breakdowns on plant and equipment.
• Oversee outside contractors on site.
• Maintain Building services in line with legislation and site expectations.
• Maintain EHS equipment and systems.
• Maintain maintenance service records.

The above is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.

EXPERIENCE

• Time served multi skilled maintenance engineer (electrically bias)
• Relevant experience.
• Electrical background (BS 7671)
• Knowledge of waterjet cutting systems (advantage)
• Understanding of hydraulic systems and compression moulding presses
• Knowledge of steam generation (advantage)
• Ability to fault find on electrical and mechanical systems.
• City & guilds / HNC / ONC (advantage)
• Forklift truck licence (advantage)
• Good IT experience with Microsoft Packages such as Word and Excel
• MEWP licence (advantage)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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