Shift Engineer

KNAPP; Bradford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

KNAPP in Bradford is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support our warehouse operations. You will perform mechanical strip-downs, calibrations and routine MHE maintenance, focusing on safety and uptime.

You will interpret electrical diagrams, work with up to 415V, use a CMMS to manage tasks and report progress to site management while promoting a strong safety culture and continuous improvement across equipment and processes.

Qualifications

• NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in electro-mechanical engineering.
• Understanding of PLCs and their function.
• Pneumatic and hydraulic knowledge beneficial.
• Computer literacy with basic Microsoft Office skills and CMMS experience.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical strip-down/re-assembly, basic field wiring, machine calibration and system testing.
• Day to day maintenance of site MHE to a high standard.
• Accountable for managing time via CMMS to achieve over 90% utilisation.
• Look to continuously improve all aspects of new and old equipment, be health and safety conscience.
• Work against timeframes to complete reactive repairs.
• Interact with on-site management keeping them informed of repair and maintenance progression.
• Service and repair current installed products and demonstrate hands on ownership of issues to achieve a fast resolution.
• Able to interpret electrical circuit diagrams and work with up to 415V circuits.
• Promote a strong safety culture and compliance to current H&S standards.
• Mechanical aptitude including the ability to read assembly drawings.
• Operate hand tools and assemble parts onto equipment.
• Follow setup instructions, assembly drawings and check lists.
• Attention to detail and exceptional follow-up skills.
• Be willing to learn and adapt to changing role requirements.

Skills

Electro-mechanical engineering

PLC knowledge

CMMS usage

Reading electrical diagrams

Safety compliance

Education

NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3

HNC/HND/NVQ Level 5

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Summary

It is expected that our Engineers will possess proven experience of dealing with electro-mechanical faults and preventative maintenance operations within a warehouse environment.

Reporting to the Site Leadership structure, the Engineer will be eager though safety conscious, with a track record of owning problems and taking them through to successful completion.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Mechanical strip-down/re-assembly, basic field wiring, machine calibration and system testing
• Day to day maintenance of site MHE to a high standard
• Accountable for managing time via CMMS to achieve over 90% utilisation
• Look to continuously improve all aspects of new and old equipment, be health and safety conscience
• Work against timeframes to complete reactive repairs
• Interact with on-site management keeping them informed of repair and maintenance progression and address their concerns in a professional manner
• Service and repair current installed products and demonstrate hands on ownership of issues to achieve a fast resolution
• Able to interpret electrical circuit diagrams and work with upto 415V circuits
• Appreciate Health & Safety considerations and be able to carry out risk assessments
• Promote a strong safety culture and compliance to current H&S standards
• Mechanical aptitude including the ability to read assembly drawings
• Operate hand tools and be able to assemble parts onto equipment
• Able to follow set up instructions, assembly drawings and check lists
• Attention to detail and exceptional follow-up skills
• Be willing to learn and adapt to changing role requirements
• Appreciation of Cultural Diversity
• Able to communicate effectively with stakeholders both internally and within the customer organisation
• Bus systems
• Diagnostics

Skills, qualifications and experience

• NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in an Electro-Mechanical Engineering discipline
• Understanding of PLC’s and their function
• Pneumatic and Hydraulic knowledge beneficial
• Computer literate with basic Microsoft Office skills
• Use of CMMS system and engineering stores
• HNC/HND/NVQ level 5 equivalent is desirable

Important behaviours to have in line with our company values

• Appreciation – Recognises the achievement of others
• Creativity – Is resourceful and innovative
• Courage – Willing to learn and try new things
• Openness – Always approachable and helpful
• Reliability – Consistently gives their best

Local benefits

Some locations have local benefits; please speak to a member of the management team.