Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Britvic; Newcastle West; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading soft drinks company in Newcastle West is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their dynamic team. The role involves ensuring high standards in maintenance service delivery, collaborating with engineering teams to achieve operational efficiency, and supporting a culture of continuous improvement. Successful candidates will have practical engineering experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a minimum qualification as a time-served Mechanical technician. This position promises a vibrant work environment focusing on innovation and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of maintenance service delivery an advantage.
• Experience in a strategic, target-driven manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of Health, Safety & Environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineering teams to deliver OEE targets and apply relevant tools.
• Support line performance improvement through analysis of run rates.
• Implement OEE/continuous improvement in line operating practices.

Skills

Practical Engineering / Technical / Facilities Maintenance experience

Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Minimum qualification as time served Mechanical tech

Job description

At Britvic Ireland - Part of the Carlsberg Group, we're all about creating and sharing amazing soft drinks. Our iconic brands like Ballygowan, Club Orange, Miwadi, Energise, TK, and Cidona have been loved for generations. We also partner with PepsiCo to bring you favourites like Pepsi, 7UP, and Lipton.

We're always innovating and evolving, staying true to our vision of being the most dynamic soft drinks company, creating a better tomorrow. With over 240 years of history, our brands are rooted in authenticity and heritage. Our success is driven by the passion of our people, and we foster an environment where everyone can thrive and grow and truly be themselves.

As we embark on this exciting new chapter under the Carlsberg Group, our purpose remains clear: striving for perfection, focusing on research and innovation, listening to our consumers, and driving sustainability to make a positive impact on society.

Job Overview

• As part of a maintenance team providing shift cover over a 24/7 hour cycle, ensuring that all work is carried out to the Company’s standards.
• To support the engineering site teams to deliver optimum use of resources, that ensure the site delivers safety, productivity, quality, cost, and service objectives in an environment of high morale and engagement.
• To support the engineering team to deliver site OEE targets/Improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Engineering and Operational teams to deliver agreed OEE targets ensuring that all relevant OE tools, techniques and governance are applied.
• Support line performance improvement through the analysis of run rates, change-overs andSKU sequences.
• Be proactive in implementing OEE/continuous improvement with regard to line operating practices and equipment.
• Carry out the plant preventative maintenance plan as scheduled and update completion on SAP CMMS .
• Attend reactive breakdowns, record corrective actions and support/lead on follow up actions and reviews.
• Detailed Shift Handover Documentation

Requirements

• Practical Engineering / Technical / Facilities Maintenance experience with a proven track record of maintenance service delivery an advantage.
• Experience of working within a strategic, target driven manufacturing environment which is measured by robust Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
• Working knowledge and application experience of delivering specific Health, Safety & Environmental legislation.
• Mechanical experience preferred but candidates that are cross skilled with electrical and a can-do attitude will be considered.
• Strong trouble shooting and diagnostic skills.

Key Behaviors

• Strong interpersonal and communication are essential.
• Has a clear, consistent focus on improving ways of working.
• Supports a culture of continuous improvement.
• Takes a positive role in developing the skills of others.
• Motivates others to work together through effective team work.
• Takes personal responsibility to ensure results are delivered.

Education/Qualifications

• Minimum qualification as time served as Mechanical tech with 5 years post Apprenticeship experience