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Reports To: Operations Director

The Role

The Multi-Skilled Engineer is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance and repair of production, machinery across the site. The role involves trouble shooting, diagnosing faults, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance and improving equipment performance to maximise production efficiency, safety and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the safety, maintenance and efficiency of all pieces of equipment held on site

Responsible for maintenance checks

Maintaining and servicing all machinery electrically, pneumatically and mechanically

Troubleshooting faults with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems in a wide variety of situations

Troubleshoot faults with control gear and PLC systems

Carry out other property/facilities/maintenance duties as required including monitoring and maintenance of the heating, water and lighting systems. General building maintenance (changing light bulbs, emergency light testing, basic plumbing etc)

Monitor and execute planned preventative maintenance on various systems within the building such as annual inspection and testing of all electrical equipment (desirable)

Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergencies (out of hours), performing diagnosis, repairs and troubleshooting to restore machinery to optimal function.

Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety and food safety regulations during maintenance and repair activities.

Follow safety protocols while working with machinery and electrical systems.

Assist in conducting risk assessments relating to engineering processes

Implement modifications or improvements to machinery and processes to optimise performance and reduce costs

Identification and sourcing of replacement parts and work to ensure the most cost-effective option

Ensure compliance to customer’s policies and standards and the BRC Global Standard for food safety.

Skills/Personal Attributes:

Effective fault finding and problem-solving skills

Strong planning and organisational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail.

Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills.

Experience of electrical and mechanical maintenance in manufacturing operations

Ability to be flexible to meet business needs.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

A team player working in a small team of 2.

Self-motivated and a strong commitment to personal development.

Professional approach and attitude.

Experience:

Previous experience working in an engineering role is essential.

Previous experience of working in the food industry is desirable

Education/Qualifications:

Engineering experience- electrically and mechanically skilled

An engineering based NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification

Knowledge of HACCP, BRC and audit requirements.

Awareness of Health and Safety legislation and regulations.

Hours of Work

Day shift hours to be agreed (relatively flexible with other Engineer)

Other Relevant Information:

Full driving licence would be preferred.

The successful candidate must be flexible with their working hours to fit with the needs of the business.

The Package

Competitive and depending on experience.

Company Pension

25 days annual leave. This includes statutory holidays.

On site parking