Multi-Site Maintenance Engineer — Proactive & Impactful

DFS Trading Ltd; Somercotes CP; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Parental leave

Discounts

Wellbeing

Pension & Savings

Life Assurance

Job summary

DFS Trading Ltd, a leading sofa retailer in the UK, is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to maximise manufacturing productivity through proactive maintenance and safe operation of machinery. You will lead regulatory inspections, risk assessments, and the development of Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).

You will also support continuous improvement, manage site contractors, maintain inventory and incident reports, and mentor engineering apprentices as part of a multi-site role based from Lincoln House,

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in maintenance role.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical.
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with good organisational skills.
• Adaptable and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Ensure machinery and equipment are kept in a safe working condition.
• Minimise machinery downtime through proactive maintenance.
• Carry out planned maintenance tasks.
• Carry out reactive maintenance tasks.
• Carry out machine/equipment improvements to improve safety and/or efficiency.
• Diagnosing faults effectively and making good whenever possible.
• Implement minor electrical installation works (depending on qualifications).
• Carrying out mechanical repair and/or replacement of equipment.
• Ensuring all tasks are risk assessed through site specific, job specific or dynamic risk assessments.
• Sourcing parts and materials from suppliers and arranging procurement.
• Administering work permits and monitoring 3rd party contractors.
• Keeping accurate records.
• Updating and maintaining the maintenance records.
• Keeping work areas clean and tidy at all times.

Skills

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Mechanical systems

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Communication skills

Team player

Organisational skills

Adaptable

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical

Job description

DFS Trading Ltd, a leading sofa retailer in the UK, is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to maximise manufacturing productivity through proactive maintenance and safe operation of machinery. You will lead regulatory inspections, risk assessments, and the development of Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).

You will also support continuous improvement, manage site contractors, maintain inventory and incident reports, and mentor engineering apprentices as part of a multi-site role based from Lincoln House,