Shift Maintenance Engineer

Adecco; Ashford; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Shift Maintenance Engineer to ensure the efficient operation of site machinery. Responsibilities include conducting preventative maintenance, diagnosing faults, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates must have proven engineering experience, with skills in PLCs and mechanical systems. This role offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

21 days annual leave + bank holidays

5% pension

Life Insurance

Training & Development

Annual Bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free produce once a week

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within the manufacturing environment.
• Fault finding experience on PLCs and associated systems.
• Computer literate, ideally with Word/Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reactive and preventative maintenance on site machinery.
• Collaborate with contractors to resolve technical issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for machinery efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Can Do Attitude

Education

4-year Engineering Apprenticeship

City and Guilds Engineering Diploma

NVQ level 3 Engineering Maintenance

17th/18th edition, BS7671 Qualification

Tools

PLC Systems

Power & Control Circuits

Pneumatics

Mechanical Drives

Conveyor Systems

Job description

Job Title: Shift Maintenance Engineer

Location: Outskirts of Ashford, Kent (you will need your own transport)

Salary: 42,972.80 + compulsory overtime + OTE 44,987.15

Hours: Monday to Friday - rotating weekly - 5.30am - 2pm (first 30m paid at x1.5) / 2pm - 10pm

Our Client:

Our client is a leading distributor of high-quality produce serving a wide range of customers in the food service and retail industries.

Role Summary:

To be responsible for the reactive and preventative repair and maintenance of all on site plant and equipment to ensure the safe efficient operation.

Benefits:

• 21 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 5% pension
• Life Insurance
• Training & Development / Career Progression Opportunities
• Annual Bonus
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free produce once a week

Key responsibilities within your new role would be to:

• Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on a range of production machinery and equipment including but not limited to; PLCs / Power & Control Circuits / Pneumatics / Mechanical Drives & Conveyor Systems.
• Work in areas such as Production, Dry & Cold Stores, Cooling Tower and the Production Wastewater Plant.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs promptly to minimise downtime.
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machinery efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborating with contractors to resolve technical issues effectively.
• Contributing to the development of maintenance procedures and documentation.
• Develop methods to encourage continual attention to safe working practices.
• Improve employee awareness of health, safety, and best practice.
• Strive to increase operational performance.
• Optimise factory efficiency and maximise equipment up time.
• Drive costs down wherever possible.
• Make the best use of available time and resources.
• Implement preventative maintenance.
• Provide regular updates to Shift Managers on performance issues.
• Build relationships with the Shift Managers and Machine Operators.
• Comply with all policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• Support the Engineering Manager to proactively deal with any Engineering issues.
• Provide cover over multiple shift patterns as required.

Experience and skills required for this position:

• Proven experience as a Multi Skilled Engineer or similar role in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food or beverage industry.
• 4-year Engineering Apprenticeship (mechanical/electrical), City and Guilds Engineering Diploma or NVQ level 3 Engineering Maintenance.
• 17th/18th edition, BS7671 or Electrical Wiring Regulations Qualification.
• Fault finding experience on PLCs / Power & Control Circuits / Pneumatics / Mechanical Drives and Conveyor Systems.
• Experience with Production, Wastewater and Cooling Tower Facilities checks and repairs.
• Computer literate (Word/Excel etc).
• Strong communication skills.
• A can do attitude.
• Be able to lead by example.
• Strong problem solving skills.

Next steps:

If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie (Permanent Consultant) on (phone number removed).

Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details, if you successfully refer a friend you will receive a 50 voucher terms apply .

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