Senior Maintenance Engineer

Turners (Soham) Ltd; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Newmarket seeks a Senior Maintenance Engineer to manage a small team and ensure the efficient operation of maintenance tasks within the warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a similar role, strong electrical and mechanical skills, and a passion for process improvements. Benefits include 28 days of holiday, company pension, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday entitlement

Onsite canteen

Company uniform

Company pension scheme

Progression opportunities

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multi-skilled maintenance in a warehousing or logistics environment.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 2-4 engineers for maintenance.
• Conduct planned preventive and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Document maintenance activities ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Identify process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Liaise with external contractors as main contact.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Welding skills

Education

City & Guilds in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

NVQ Level 3

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Maintenance Engineer to join our team, managing a small team of 2–4 engineers. This is a hands-on role, performing maintenance tasks on warehousing equipment and facilities. You will be self-motivated with ambitions to progress within the company, focusing on improving efficiency and delivering cost savings while managing the Maintenance department.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 2-4 engineers, providing guidance to ensure high-quality and efficient maintenance performance.
• Conduct planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks including mobile racking maintenance and repairs, management of dock levellers and loading bays, floor repairs, roller/slide door repairs or replacement, conveyors, and facilities.
• Maintain and document accurate records of maintenance activities and planning schedules, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Liaise with external contractors and service providers as the main point of contact.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with health and safety regulations and company policies including regulatory controls.
• Take day-to-day decisions necessary to maintain an efficient and effective service; escalate complex matters to the Operations Manager or Head of Operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar multi-skilled maintenance role within a warehousing, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and ambitious attitude with desire to progress in the business.
• Welding skills would be advantageous but not essential.
• Experience of leading and managing a team.
• Relevant technical qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations).
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday entitlement, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• Onsite canteen.
• Company uniform.
• Company pension scheme.
• Progression opportunities.
• Free on-site parking.

Working hours: 8am – 5pm Monday – Friday (some weekend / evening callouts may be required)

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Per Annum DOE

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