Maintenance Engineer (L1) - Desford

Forterra Building Products; Coalville; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Company Pension

Generous holiday allowance

Gym benefit

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Referral Scheme

Service Awards

Sharesave Scheme eligibility

Holiday Exchange Scheme

Financial Wellbeing Program

Personal development and progression

Job summary

Forterra Building Products in Desford is seeking a Maintenance Engineer L1 to join our site maintenance team, handling both electrical and mechanical tasks to keep plant production running smoothly. The successful candidate will work within a zero-tolerance safety culture, complete TPM/PPM activities, and report through CMMS, while ensuring safe equipment operation and adherence to LOTOTO and PPE policies.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and opportunities for personal

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 ONC apprenticeship or equivalent in mechanical maintenance.
• Proof of attainment in mechanical maintenance field.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical and electrical equipment to reduce downtime.
• Report maintenance activities through CMMS system.
• Carry out TPM/PPM activities and monitor process stages.
• Ensure correct spare parts are fitted for safe operation.
• Adhere to PPE policies and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

CMMS reporting

Education

Level 3 ONC apprenticeship training

Tools

CMMS

MBR reporting

Job description

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Desford team in the position of Maintenance Engineer L1.

The Successful candidate will be part of the site maintenance team, active in both electrical and mechanical maintenance activities. As a maintenance engineer, you are responsible for rectifying all mechanical malfunctions / breakdowns in a safe manner, to ensure the continuity and productivity of the plant.

The role will require 100% commitment to a zero-tolerance safety and continuous improvement culture.

Your duties would include but not limited to the following:

• Maintenance reporting through CMMS system
• Breakdown Reporting through MBR’S
• Completion of TPM/PPM activities
• To constantly monitor each stage of the process.
• Ensure correct spare parts are fitted to operate safely
• Rectify all stoppages/malfunctions requesting support when appropriate.
• Adherence to site PPE policy
• Ensure all housekeeping duties are carried out as and when required.
• Report all irregularities/health & safety issues to plant management team
• Adherence to site LOTOTO procedure
• Maintain production Budgeted Output, Quality and Yields. By effective service and repairs of the machines.
• Continuous improvement Activities

About You:

The job requires formal education or qualification, the role does require proof of a level of attainment in a mechanical maintenance field.

Training Requirements

• Company online Induction
• Timed served apprenticeship
• Welding, burning and cutting
• COSHH
• LOTOTO
• Silica Awareness
• Working at Height
• Risk assessments and one minute risk assessment
• Confined space training
• Spill Training
• Forklift training
• Various other mobile plant (MEWP / Scissor Lift)
• Lifting / slinging & overhead crane training
• HAV training
• Manual Handling

A maintenance engineer should have a minimum of Level 3 ONC apprenticeship training. A "Level 3 ONC apprenticeship training" refers to an advanced apprenticeship program, essentially equivalent to two A-levels, where an individual gains practical work experience while studying towards a recognized qualification at a level considered "advanced" compared to a Level 2 qualification, often referred to as an "ONC" (Ordinary National Certificate) in their chosen field; this means they are developing more complex skills and knowledge in their workplace while completing structured training. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.

What We Can Offer You:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits package
• Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution
• Generous holiday allowance
• Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Service Awards
• Sharesave Scheme eligibility
• Holiday Exchange Scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Program
• Personal development and opportunities for progression

We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick.

Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.

Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.

We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries’ safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.