At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to ensure top-notch maintenance and reliability of our engineering systems.
- Company: DS Smith Packaging, a leader in sustainable packaging solutions.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, competitive salary, and opportunities for overtime.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic shift pattern with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a hands-on role that makes a real difference in plant operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance, electrical or mechanical apprenticeship, and strong fault-finding skills.
The predicted salary is between 54300 - 54300 £ per year.
Our DS Smith Packaging site in Burscough is looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer, with an electrical bias. You will be working closely with your engineering colleagues, Operations, OEMs and vendors to develop and implement best practices and increase plant and asset reliability. The role is hands on and fast paced, requiring you to carry out duties with respect to Preventative Maintenance schedules. Reporting to the Engineering Team Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring any tasks carried out are completed to the best possible standard and in accordance with current regulations and company policy on health and safety, quality, hygiene, housekeeping, delivery and cost.
Other key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring all maintenance activity meets quality standards with respect to workmanship, processes and procedures in order to deliver plant quality targets.
- Ensuring that company procedures and effective controls are followed and implemented with respect to maintenance costs to deliver plant cost performance targets.
- To work in support of a preventative maintenance strategy by undertaking work of a predictive preventive and repair nature.
- Ensuring contractors are appropriately supervised and comply with contractual commitments and site operating processes.
- Document and communicate as necessary comprehensive maintenance records.
- Ensuring appropriate training is completed for both self and others with a view to maintaining professional and technical skills.
Shift Engineer working hours: 4 on, 4 off shift pattern (2x 12-hour days, 2x 12-hour nights) (average 42 hours per week). Overtime is expected of all Engineers.
About You:
- Sound engineering experience working in a similar maintenance environment.
- Electrical or Mechanical apprenticeship with multi-skilled knowledge.
- Computer literate, and well versed in Excel and Word.
- Experience with autonomous maintenance practices.
- The ability to work well individually and within a small team.
- Strong fault finding skills and knowledge.
- Experience of maintenance management systems (SAP) would be advantageous.
Benefits: 277.2 hours of annual leave (equivalent of 25 days + 8).
Shift Engineer in Sheffield employer: DS SMITH PACKAGING LIMITED
At DS Smith Packaging in Burscough, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values the growth and well-being of our employees. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, we offer a dynamic work culture where engineers can thrive through hands-on experience and collaboration with skilled colleagues. Our competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave and opportunities for professional development, makes us an attractive choice for those seeking a rewarding career in engineering.
Contact Details:
DS SMITH PACKAGING LIMITED Recruitment Team
