Maintenance Shift Engineer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A globally recognized manufacturing company in North Bristol is seeking a Maintenance Engineer. This role offers continental shifts and focuses on ensuring optimal operation of production equipment while prioritizing safety and reliability. The ideal candidate will possess relevant engineering qualifications and experience in a production maintenance setting.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Referral scheme for candidates

Employee benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven background within a production maintenance environment.
• Engineering diploma or equivalent qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on production equipment.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment breakdowns.
• Implement effective engineering practices to enhance plant reliability.

Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Engineering

Electro-Mechanical Skills

Education

Level 3/4 NVQ diploma in Engineering

Engineering apprenticeship

Qualifications in Electro/Mechanical engineering

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Shifts - continental

£49,000 to £52,000

North Bristol

Are you looking to join a global leading manufacturing company that offers a first-class automation environment and culture where engineers are rewarded and can progress? This role offers a great continental shift pattern, resulting in one block week off every month (as well as rest days, of course)!

This company is seeking a Maintenance Shift Engineer to join their team in a high-performing manufacturing environment. As a Maintenance Shift Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that production equipment and site services operate at optimal levels, reducing downtime and increasing plant reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct scheduled Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on production equipment and site services according to established timelines.
2. Identify and troubleshoot root causes of equipment breakdowns, prioritising a "First Time Fix" approach.
3. Strictly adhere to procedures and health and safety regulations to ensure compliance at all times.
4. Assist in overseeing contractors to ensure adherence to health and safety policies and site procedures.
5. Enhance plant reliability by implementing effective engineering practices, with a continuous focus on achieving sustainable improvements in uptime and equipment reliability through all engineering activities.
6. Propose and implement process enhancements independently or collaboratively, contributing to ongoing efforts to improve equipment reliability.

Essential Requirements:

• Level 3/4 NVQ diploma or equivalent in Engineering
• Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent level of education
• Qualifications in Electro/Mechanical engineering (Multi-skilled)
• Proven background within a production maintenance environment

What you'll get in return:

A starting salary of between £49,000-£53,500 plus a range of other employee benefits.

You'll be joining a globally recognised business with a presence across the world, where employees benefit from career progression opportunities.

Are you up for the challenge?

If you are what we're looking for, please contact engineering specialist recruiter Liam Reid today.

Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme, so if you know someone who would be great for the role, please get in touch.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high volume of applications, we cannot guarantee feedback for every role. If you haven't heard from us within 7 days of applying, you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.