Senior Maintenance Engineer

Premier Technical Recruitment; Shirebrook; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a Senior Maintenance Engineer for a state-of-the-art Distribution Centre in Shirebrook. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing maintenance operations, mentoring the Engineering Team, and ensuring the efficient performance of automated systems. A strong background in engineering with relevant qualifications and experience in automation is essential. The role offers a competitive salary of £57,500 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with automated material handling systems.
• Experience in a Senior position within an Engineering function - mentoring/leading by example.
• A working understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic technical manuals & drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Engineering Team and deputise for the Maintenance Shift Manager.
• Deliver site-based maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure uptime.
• Support and manage all Shift Team activities.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a time critical environment

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship, ONC/HNC or equivalent qualification

Tools

Automated material handling systems

Job description

Senior Maintenance Engineer

Near Shirebrook, Derbyshire

£57,500 + benefits

Shift pattern 4 on/4 off days/nights

Our client's Warehouse Operation is an impressive, state of the art, 2.5m square foot Distribution Centre in Shirebrook, and one of the most advanced warehouses within the UK. They are currently looking to grow their Warehouse Team with a Senior Maintenance Engineer to oversee all aspects of continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

As Senior Maintenance Engineer you will provide support to the Engineering Team and deputise for the Maintenance Shift Manager as required. You will deliver site-based maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure uptime and availability of the installed automated equipment on site.

You will support and manage all Shift Team activities, from carrying out maintenance and servicing automated equipment, to delivering training/coaching- serving as an inspirational Senior Maintenance Engineer and Mentor to the Team.

Expect to assist the Engineering Shift Manager in performance reviews, take accountability for safety/administration as well as ensuring performance KPI's are being maximised to improve efficiencies.

You will be a Champion of safe working practice/compliance- and a proactive and helpful escalation point for all faults and breakdowns

Qualifications

• Engineering Apprenticeship, ONC/HNC or equivalent qualification
• Experience working with automated material handling systems
• Experience in a Senior position within an Engineering function - mentoring/leading by example
• A working understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic technical manuals & drawings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic understanding of control systems and techniques
• Ability to work in a time critical environment