MAINTENANCE SHIFT ENGINEER (MULTI-SKILLED)

Refood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Shift Engineer, where you will play a key role in maintaining cutting-edge equipment at a state-of-the-art facility. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, focusing on preventative maintenance, safety, and continuous improvement. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to conserving resources and protecting the environment. If you are a safety-conscious individual with a passion for engineering and problem-solving, this role could be the perfect fit for you. Embrace the chance to develop your skills while making a positive impact in a growing industry.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised apprenticeship and CGLI in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in engineering, preferably in the AD industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and perform planned maintenance on plant assets.
• Participate in projects and adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Preventative Maintenance

Problem Solving

Health and Safety Regulations

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Education

Recognised Apprenticeship

CGLI or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Pumps (Centrifugal, Lobe, Diaphragm, Screw)

Isolation Systems (LOTO)

Job description

Maintenance Shift Engineer (Multi-Skilled)

Job Description

An exciting opening has arisen for a suitably qualified Multi-Skilled Maintenance Shift Engineer to join the team at ReFood’s third state of the art Anaerobic Digestion and Cat 3 transfer station in Dagenham. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join an established and growing company that is committed to helping conserve natural resources and protect the environment. In return, we will offer you the opportunity to develop your existing skillset and fulfill your potential. The ideal candidate will be a safety-conscious individual with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. This is a full-time permanent position working 12-hour shifts on a 4 on 4 off basis (days and nights, including weekends).

As a Maintenance Shift Engineer, your duties and responsibilities will vary based on the Company’s requirements but will include:

• Risk assessing all jobs before work begins.
• Undertaking planned preventative maintenance and lubrication schedule on plant assets such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, and valves.
• Completion of reactive tasks as per defect list, obtain readings from various on-site meters and completion of relevant check sheets.
• Assisting with contractor and third-party asset services and general housekeeping.
• Complete all logs and job sheets as required.
• Actively participate in projects, continuous improvement, and modern manufacturing principles.
• Adhere to all Site and Saria Group Health and Safety Regulations and attend Health and Safety, Fire and Welfare Training both on and off site.
• Install and maintain equipment ensuring minimum interruptions to production.
• Assist in any other duties and ad hoc projects as required.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably requested by the ReFood Management Team.

Job Requirements

• Hold a recognised apprenticeship.
• Hold a minimum CGLI or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Engineering experience (advantageous if in the AD industry).
• Experienced in working with and applying isolations and isolation systems LOTO (Mechanical and Electrical).
• Dual skilled mechanical/electrical is desirable but not essential.
• Experience of Centrifugal, Lobe, Diaphragm, and screw pumps.
• Able to replace shafts, seals, bearings, pipework, fittings, and couplings.
• Confident with valve replacements and basic pneumatics.
• Must be used to working at height.
• Basic IT Skills.
• Have a flexible approach to working hours.
• Have an analytical approach to problem solving.
• Be able to communicate well and professionally at all levels.
• Be able to work on your own or as part of a team with minimal supervision.