Maintenance Manager

Kelly; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Barnstaple is seeking a skilled engineering professional to provide technical support across electrical and mechanical disciplines. This role involves improving engineering practices, training staff, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, demonstrating a commitment to quality and efficiency.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Engaging work culture

Environmentally conscious company

Qualifications

• Experience in a flexible engineering team environment is essential.
• A proactive, can-do attitude to support all business areas.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Installation of production and plant equipment.
• Training company apprentices as needed.

Skills

Report writing

Understanding of lean engineering principles

Knowledge of fast-moving manufacturing processes

Conscientiousness

Excellent housekeeping

Education

Recognised qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering

Qualification in both electrical and mechanical engineering to HNC, HND, or NVQ level

18th edition IEE wiring regulations

H&S qualifications

IOSH or NEBOSH certification

C&G 2391-52 inspection and test

Job description

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Description

To provide technical support to all areas daily across both electrical and mechanical disciplines. To ensure the department operates with due regard to current legislation, company, and statutory requirements.
Ensure the safe and efficient operation of equipment throughout the site. Installation of production and plant equipment, commissioning, breakdown analysis, and repair. Identify areas in which engineering improvements can be made to increase quality, efficiency, or safety. Carry out duties with due regard to the environment.
Assist with the training of company apprentices. Attend meetings when required. Prepare concise and accurate reports when needed. Keep abreast of new technology and advise the company accordingly. Work in strict accordance with all company H&S policies.

What benefits can you expect?

• Free onsite parking
• Engaging work culture
• Environmentally conscious company

What tasks does this role include?

• Work within advised production plans to ensure machine availability and reliability.
• Produce concise and accurate documentation.
• Evidence of press cycle times improvement.
• Establish and maintain a safe working environment.
• Respond rapidly to machine failures.
• Manage budgetary control pragmatically.
• Train subordinates in required skills.
• Develop machine servicing to an agreed plan.
• Ensure all legal requirements are met.
• Maintain a proactive, can-do attitude towards work and colleagues.

What will you bring to the role?

• A recognised qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Experience working in a flexible engineering team environment.
• Report writing skills.
• Understanding of lean engineering principles.
• Knowledge of fast-moving manufacturing processes.
• A proactive, can-do attitude to support all areas of the business.
• Conscientiousness.
• Autonomy and openness to experience and further development.
• Excellent housekeeping.

Desirable qualifications

• Qualification in both electrical and mechanical engineering to HNC, HND, or NVQ level.
• 18th edition IEE wiring regulations.
• H&S qualifications.
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification.
• C&G 2391-52 inspection and test.

Ready to apply?

KSBarnstaple

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.