Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Pin-it Pastry; Bryncethin; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A food production company in Bryncethin is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer responsible for the maintenance and repair of production machinery. The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical and mechanical systems, possess problem-solving skills, and be committed to safety standards. Duties include conducting preventative maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns, and ensuring compliance with health safety regulations. The role offers flexible day shift hours and a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Team-based work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in an engineering role is essential.
• Previous experience in the food industry is desirable.
• Knowledge of HACCP, BRC and audit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance and safety of site equipment.
• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety and food safety regulations.

Skills

Effective fault finding

Problem-solving skills

Planning and organisational skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Flexibility to meet business needs

Self-motivated

Education

Engineering based NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

The Role

The Multi-Skilled Engineer is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance and repair of production, machinery across the site. The role involves trouble shooting, diagnosing faults, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance and improving equipment performance to maximise production efficiency, safety and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety, maintenance and efficiency of all pieces of equipment held on site
• Responsible for maintenance checks
• Maintaining and servicing all machinery electrically, pneumatically and mechanically
• Troubleshooting faults with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems in a wide variety of situations
• Troubleshoot faults with control gear and PLC systems
• Carry out other property/facilities/maintenance duties as required including monitoring and maintenance of the heating, water and lighting systems. General building maintenance (changing light bulbs, emergency light testing, basic plumbing etc)
• Monitor and execute planned preventative maintenance on various systems within the building such as annual inspection and testing of all electrical equipment (desirable)
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergencies (out of hours), performing diagnosis, repairs and troubleshooting to restore machinery to optimal function.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety and food safety regulations during maintenance and repair activities.
• Follow safety protocols while working with machinery and electrical systems.
• Assist in conducting risk assessments relating to engineering processes
• Implement modifications or improvements to machinery and processes to optimise performance and reduce costs
• Identification and sourcing of replacement parts and work to ensure the most cost-effective option
• Ensure compliance to customer’s policies and standards and the BRC Global Standard for food safety.

Skills/Personal Attributes

• Effective fault finding and problem-solving skills
• Strong planning and organisational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail.
• Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Experience of electrical and mechanical maintenance in manufacturing operations
• Ability to be flexible to meet business needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A team player working in a small team of 2.
• Self-motivated and a strong commitment to personal development.
• Professional approach and attitude.

Experience

• Previous experience working in an engineering role is essential.
• Previous experience of working in the food industry is desirable

Education/Qualifications

• Engineering experience- electrically and mechanically skilled
• An engineering based NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Knowledge of HACCP, BRC and audit requirements.
• Awareness of Health and Safety legislation and regulations.

Hours of Work

Day shift hours to be agreed (relatively flexible with other Engineer)

Other Relevant Information

• Full driving licence would be preferred.
• The successful candidate must be flexible with their working hours to fit with the needs of the business.