Shift Maintenance Engineer – Multiskilled PLC/Electrical

TechMet Ltd.

Craigavon

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 35,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Overtime Premiums

Cycle to work scheme

Average holiday pay

Career development and progression

Free car parking

Long service awards

Discount voucher scheme

Occupational sick pay

Bereavement leave

Christmas closure

Death in service benefit

Health promotions

Pension contribution

Westfield healthcare benefit

EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)

Job summary

TechMet Ltd. is seeking a Shift Maintenance Engineer to join the Maintenance Team in our plastics manufacturing facility in the United Kingdom.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will perform planned and reactive maintenance on extrusion equipment and ancillary machinery in a fast-paced environment. You will lead priorities with the maintenance team, carry out planned preventative maintenance, install new machinery, keep detailed MMS records, and work continental shift patterns.

Qualifications

Time served apprenticeship (4 years) in electrical, Mechatronic or electrical maintenance discipline with 3 years post-apprenticeship experience.
Knowledge of DC drives and controls.
Practical knowledge of automated control systems.
Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail and follow standardized procedures.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work on own initiative within a small team.
Strong analytical, communication and time management skills.
Good safety awareness and willingness to receive training.

Responsibilities

Liaise with maintenance manager and shift supervisor to determine day to day maintenance and production priorities.
Complete maintenance and repairs within target times and without rework following all published procedures and policies.
Carry out the requirements of the planned preventative maintenance program.
Install new machinery and equipment accurately and efficiently, within required timescales.
Disseminate knowledge and experience to other Service personnel.
Ensure tool kit meets minimum requirements and PPE is maintained to the appropriate standards.
Comply with Company and Government legislation regarding Health & Safety.
Maintain a clean and tidy work area.
Perform daily in-depth fault finding, diagnosis and breakdown repairs.
Keep up-to-date maintenance records of all daily activities using MMS system.
This role incorporates continental shift work.
Move to nights Tuesday and Wednesday – then the same pattern on nights for two weeks.