Maintenance Engineer

We are currently recruiting for a number Maintenance Engineering Technician to be based on a Double Day Shift at our site in Debden, Near Chigwell. The role will be offered on a 2 year Fixed Term Contract. The Maintenance Engineer will support the facilities maintenance to include; compressed air/vacuum systems and plant facilities to a high standard. Work on electrical installations and general building maintenance activities as required. The shift patterns are as follows;

Early Shift: 6.30 am - 2.00 pm Mon-Fri.

Late Shift: 1.45 pm - 9.15 pm Mon-Fri.

Key Responsibilities are as follows;

• To carry out maintenance schedules and reactive actions in order to maximise equipment uptime/performance.
• To respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns and report findings and solutions.
• To assume ownership and responsibility of assigned equipment.
• Carry out problem solving and advise on plant improvements to increase efficiency, reduce downtime and/or improve safety.
• To engage and support the Asset Care model for all assigned equipment.
• To maintain a high standard of workmanship, housekeeping and work in a safe way complying with site safety procedures at all times.
• To undertake projects which require mechanical/electrical and building maintenance skills and strive for continuous improvement.
• Use maintenance management software to update progress daily.
• Support operations in a professional manner to ensure all business targets are met.
• To review/analyse data to identify areas of improvement.
• To promote team working with the emphasis on a customer support ethic and a continuous improvement culture.
• To provide support and advice on potential operational and performance improvements including, training and documentation.
• Manage contractors whilst on-site to ensure site safety and security standards are delivered.
• To provide support to production teams in problem solving activities.
• Be flexible in terms of hours and shifts to maintain continuity of production.
• To maintain a high standard of workmanship, work safely, and comply with current Health, Safety & Environmental legislation at all times.
• To undertake projects within the scope of production and support services and suggest/support continuous improvements to proactively support the Engineering/Maintenance regime.
• Work within security procedures adhering to company security policies.
• Comply with DLR Change Management processes.
• Participate in performance development review meetings, engaging in a constructive discussion.
• To undertake additional training as determined through PDR process or by training manager.
• Use record keeping tools to ensure equipment defect history is maintained.

To be considered for the role, you will have the following skills;

• Recognised apprenticeship to achieve level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent
• Experience working within a production environment is highly desirable.
• Experience with pumps, pressure vessels, compressors and general plant essential.
• Multi Skilled Maintenance with either Mechanical or Electrical bias
• Knowledge in continuous improvement techniques, 5S, SMED, Lean and Six Sigma an advantage.
• IT Literate, fully conversant with MS Office
• Hydraulics and pnuematic experience as well as welding and pipe fitting skills would be highly desirable...... click apply for full job details