Maintenance Engineer (Multi Skilled)

Magellan Aerospace; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Maintenance Electrician at a leading aerospace firm. This role involves providing first line maintenance support for complex machinery, ensuring operational efficiency, and adhering to safety standards. You will engage in fault finding, maintenance scheduling, and collaborate with a skilled team to enhance equipment performance. With a commitment to employee development and a culture that values work-life balance, this position offers a chance to grow in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about technical excellence and teamwork, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Work Life Balance

Mental Health Support

Business Performance Related Bonus

Career Development Opportunities

Perkbox Discounts

Long Service Awards

Enhanced Holiday Entitlement

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Experience in machine tool maintenance and fault finding.
• Ability to work with Siemens 840D controls and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line maintenance support for machine breakdowns.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and fault finding.

Skills

Machine Tool Maintenance

Fault Finding

Electrical Circuit Analysis

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Relevant Time Served Industry Qualification

Tools

Siemens 840D Controls

Job description

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Electrician (Multi Skilled).

• Full Time Permanent Contract
• 42 hours per week average working 24-7 shift pattern
• Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
• Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.

To deliver first line maintenance support to company assets.

Perks and Benefits

• A company culture that promotes work life balance
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc.
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking

Role Objectives:

Provide first hand maintenance support for machine and appliance breakdown:

• Fault finding within electrical circuits and mechanics of machine tool centres
• Interrogating control systems using engineering drawings & schematics
• Installing and maintaining 3ph power supplies and commissioning of new equipment
• Changing Spindles / drives / auxiliary equipment relating to machine tools

Provide reactive and planned preventative maintenance support in line with PPM Schedule and NADCAP requirements.

Undertake machine alignment and repair with hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical drives.

Liaise with maintenance support for stock spares and requisitions.

Complete all supporting paperwork.

Support maintenance team in the delivery of agreed facilities objectives to 6S standards.

Maintain professional development and industry compliance.

Essential Responsibilities

Efficiency:

• Track the maintenance requirement as per agreed schedule
• Analyse and resolve work problems, or assist workers to resolve theirs
• Suggest changes in working conditions & use of equipment to increase efficiency of activity

Financial:

• Maintain awareness of costs associated with machine downtime

Communication Responsibilities:

• Communicate adjustments and changes when they happen
• Work with and support Maintenance Systems Assistant to keep accurate records of activity

Scheduling:

• Work to maintenance schedules and estimate worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment
• Interpret specifications as required and work to SOPs within Manual Operating Systems
• Work with and support Maintenance Systems Assistant to develop work procedures & SOPs to meet departmental requirements

Quality & Continuous Improvement:

• Recommend ways to improve maintenance methods, equipment performance and quality of equipment

People:

• Support workers to achieve work goals
• Coach & Mentor Trainees to ensure skills as passed on

HSE:

• Interpret and comply with company HS&E Policies and safety regulations
• Identify potential hazards and take appropriate action to eliminate them
• If requested, test the fire and emergency alarm systems for compliance

Position Requirements

Experience:

• A relevant time served industry qualification
• Working experience within machine tool maintenance
• Ability to utilise machine controls as part of fault finding process - predominately Siemens 840D
• Knowledge of Siemens 840D controls for machines such as the Henri Line / DST / Handtmann, Droop & Rein and Cincinnati an advantage
• Excellent understanding of Machine shop, metal treatments and fabrication processes
• Experience of 5 Axis Milling or similar large complex machines – longbed milling machines

Key Competencies:

• Leads by example, setting goals and targets
• Manages time and prioritises
• Trains, mentors & colleagues
• Listens and communicates
• Assesses risks and makes decisions
• Thinks clearly and analytically
• Able to work shifts

About us:

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!