JB368: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Location: Dunstable, Bedfordshire

Salary: £22.13 - £25.01 per hour

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities for the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer:
*To liaise with the Lead Engineer to plan & Prioritise work to minimise downtime and maximise output.
*To deliver maintenance priorities (PPM’s) and ensure these are logged when complete in SAP to ensure failure to complete PPM’s is communicated.
*Attend breakdowns on site ensuring there is always a rapid response and that plant equipment and machinery breakdown time is minimised.
*Carry out repairs to plant, equipment and facilities during production, effectively and efficiently either alone or as part of a team.
*To continuously identify ways to reduce costs and improve standards and efficiency in all areas.
*To achieve hygiene audit standards in the engineering function & plan and assist in routine shutdown for hygiene purposes.
*Championing Continuous Improvement within the company.
*To control the maintenance of service equipment.
*To work proactively with all Team Leaders to develop and drive a culture safe working practices and environment.
*Improve OEE.
*Participate in the out of hours on call system when required.
Skills and Qualifications for the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer:
*GCSE Maths & English grade A-C, or equivalent.
*18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations.
*HND/HNC electrical/mechanical engineering or equivalent.
*Possess engineering background, either mechanical, electrical.
*Previous hands on knowledge of working within the food industry.
*Previous experience in FMCG.
*Able to manage varied workload.
*Good organisational skills.
*Good interpersonal and team working skills.
*Customer focused.
*Strong problem-solving skills.
*Ability to adapt to change.
*Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues.
*Confident decision-making ability.
*Ability to effectively communicate internally and externally at all levels.
*Good influencing skills.
*Able to explain project ideas and plans clearly.
*Strong written and verbal communications skills.
*Can demonstrate patience and the ability to deal with a wide variety of people.
*Self-motivated.
*Self-starter.
*Auto-Cad software.
*PLC programming & fault finding.
*FLT licence.
*IPAF 3a & 3b or equivalent.
*Demonstrable knowledge of quality systems including documentation.
Benefits for the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer:
*Pension.
*Life Assurance.
*Discretionary Bonus Scheme.
*25 days holiday per annum.
Location: Dunstable, Bedfordshire

Salary: £22.13 - £25.01 per hour