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As the world and the way people live are changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings, leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 24,000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90%, and almost €5.3 billion in revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Role and Responsibilities

Principal accountabilities shall include but not be limited to:

• Work consistently within the remit of all company policies and procedures (Health and Safety, Quality, HR, & Environmental).
• Ensure full compliance with the Company’s quality and environmental standards (ISO 14001, etc.) and applicable legislation (HSE, waste, COSHH, etc.).
• Carry out process setup of equipment and assist in all SMED activities as requested.
• Perform planned maintenance and reactive maintenance when required.
• Coordinate and cooperate with production supervision to ensure the smooth running and availability of plant and equipment.
• Support and engage in continuous improvement projects and promote best operational practices for sustainability.
• Promote best H&S practices by coordinating audits and reviewing SOPs.
• Help reduce accident statistics proactively.
• Complete project works as assigned and on schedule.
• Participate in audits, SOP reviews, quality, and incident investigations to promote best practices.
• Occasionally work at other Bridon sites as required.

Qualifications Required:

• Educated to City & Guilds level or equivalent in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with machine setup and adjustment using SMED.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical disciplines, including PLCs and basic programming skills.
• Ability to fit and assemble metal parts, tools, or sub-assemblies, and repair or replace defective parts.
• Experience of at least 2 years in preventative maintenance in a manufacturing environment, with effective teamwork and communication skills.
• Understanding of HSE and Quality policies and their practical application.

Be bold and take the leap!

We seek individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team! At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers.