Multi-Skilled Engineer - Wilnecote

Forterra; Tamworth; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Forterra in Wilnecote is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join the site maintenance team, covering electrical and mechanical maintenance to ensure plant continuity and safety.

The role focuses on rectifying mechanical breakdowns, performing TPM/PPM activities, and maintaining safe operation, with a strong emphasis on zero-tolerance safety culture and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Formal education or qualification in mechanical maintenance.
• Level 3 ONC apprenticeship training or equivalent.
• Ability to fault diagnose hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance reporting through CMMS system.
• Breakdown reporting through MBRs.
• Completion of TPM/PPM activities.
• Monitor each stage of the process to ensure safe operation.
• Select and fit correct spare parts to maintain safety and production.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Fault diagnosis

Electrical & mechanical

Education

Level 3 ONC apprenticeship training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Wilnecote team in the position of Multi-Skilled Engineer.

The Successful candidate will be part of the site maintenance team, active in both electrical and mechanical maintenance activities. As a maintenance operative, you are responsible for rectifying all mechanical malfunctions / breakdowns in a safe manner, to ensure the continuity and productivity of the plant. The role will require 100% commitment to a zero-tolerance safety and continuous improvement culture.

Your duties would include but not limited to the following:

• Maintenance reporting through CMMS system
• Breakdown Reporting through MBR’S
• Completion of TPM/PPM activities
• To constantly monitor each stage of the process.
• Ensure correct spare parts are fitted to operate safely
• Rectify all stoppages/malfunctions requesting support when appropriate.
• Adherence to site PPE policy
• Ensure all housekeeping duties are carried out as and when required.
• Report all irregularities/health & safety issues to plant management team
• Adherence to site LOTOTO procedure
• Maintain production Budgeted Output, Quality and Yields. By effective service and repairs of the machines.
• Continuous improvement Activities
• As part of a small team you will work on your own initiative taking decisions as the need arises, this will include all possible electrical repairs and continuous improvement activities.
• You will need a good working knowledge of PLC’s and all associated controlled automated equipment and be a competent in fault diagnosis on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Fault diagnosis and repairs
• Most of the plant will contain HMI display screens. It will be part of your job function to understand the systems operation and relate it to Electrical/mechanical faults.
• Standard modern control systems will be used throughout the plant including inverters, and most types of sensors (both analogue and digital), and safety devices. It will be part of your job function to understand the systems operation and relate it to Electrical/Mechanical faults.
• Some specialist training maybe required which could involve stopping away from home.
• Ensuring all safety standards are adhered to at all times.
• Compliance with all health safety and environmental regulations.
• Ensure that PPE issued is kept and maintained in good condition.
• Other duties as delegated by management.

About You:

The job requires formal education or qualification, the role does require proof of a level of attainment in a mechanical maintenance field.

Training Requirements

• Company online Induction
• Timed served apprenticeship
• Welding, burning and cutting
• COSHH
• LOTOTO
• Silica Awareness
• Working at Height
• Risk assessments and one minute risk assessment
• Confined space training
• Spill Training
• Forklift training
• Various other mobile plant (MEWP / Scissor Lift)
• Lifting / slinging & overhead crane training
• HAV training
• Manual Handling

A maintenance operative should have a minimum of Level 3 ONC apprenticeship training. A "Level 3 ONC apprenticeship training" refers to an advanced apprenticeship program, essentially equivalent to two A-levels, where an individual gains practical work experience while studying towards a recognized qualification at a level considered "advanced" compared to a Level 2 qualification, often referred to as an "ONC" (Ordinary National Certificate) in their chosen field; this means they are developing more complex skills and knowledge in their workplace while completing structured training. Equivalent qualifications