At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engineering repairs and maintenance to keep machinery running smoothly.
- Company: Join Chesterfield Poultry, a leader in the food manufacturing industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, night shifts, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a focus on continuous improvement and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring safety and efficiency in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in mechanical/electrical repair and at least 5 years' experience.
The predicted salary is between 23.4 - 28.6 £ per hour.
The Engineer is responsible for delivering effective engineering repair, maintenance, and reliability activities across the site. Working as part of the engineering team, the role ensures machinery and equipment operate safely and efficiently through reactive, corrective, and planned preventative maintenance. The Engineer supports operational performance, contributes to continuous improvement, and maintains high standards of safety, communication, and housekeeping.
Duties:
- Engineering Maintenance & Repairs: Carry out engineering repairs, corrective maintenance, and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across the site. Complete tasks generated from audits, work requests, and PPM follow-ups. Ensure machinery and equipment meet site standards, escalating issues where necessary.
- Workload & Shift Management: Manage personal workload and complete scheduled tasks to required standards. Ensure effective handover of outstanding work between shifts. Maintain excellent housekeeping across all engineering work areas.
- Safety & Compliance: Apply Health & Safety and Food Safety standards to all work undertaken. Manage the Health & Safety compliance of external contractors, ensuring work areas are left clean and safe. Support environmental compliance requirements.
- Team & Communication: Support colleagues within the team and contribute to achieving KPIs and performance targets. Communicate effectively with management and other departments regarding breakdowns and engineering activities. Challenge issues constructively and professionally.
- Stock & Equipment Management: Control and manage spare parts ordering to ensure effective stock levels. Maintain accurate records and uphold site standards for engineering assets.
Qualifications / Experience:
- Completion of a 4-year approved technical training programme.
- Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical/electrical repair and maintenance. Alternatively, a suitable combination of apprenticeship/education and experience that provides equivalent skills and knowledge.
- At least 5 years’ experience in a similar engineering role.
- Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Food manufacturing experience is advantageous but not essential.
Core Competencies:
- Technical Proficiency
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Safety & Compliance Focus
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Organisational & Time Management Skills
- Accountability & Ownership
- Adaptability & Resilience
- Attention to Detail
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please don’t hesitate to apply.
Engineer - Nights in Doncaster employer: Chesterfield Poultry
Chesterfield Poultry is an exceptional employer located in Thorne, Doncaster, offering a dynamic work environment for Effluent Operatives. With competitive pay of up to £22.00 per hour and a commitment to employee growth through continuous training and development, we foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and innovation. Our rotating shifts provide flexibility, while our focus on high standards ensures that every team member contributes to meaningful and rewarding work in the food manufacturing sector.
