Multi Skilled Engineer in Pontefract

Our client is a UK leading food processor based near Pontefract specialising in pre prepared products, catering to places such as supermarkets and food service providers. They are seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical Biased Multi Skilled Engineer to join their team. Role and Responsibilities * Responsible for ensuring all factory premises, plant and equipment are maintained correctly and safely to a good working order. * Respond to breakdown's in a quick timely manner and complete associated paperwork. * Pre-start production checks and paperwork to be completed daily. * Conduct continuous machine observation and measurement during the shift, identifying potential failure or deterioration in output, waste or quality performance from machine standards. * Determine cause of potential failure or performance deterioration, and either complete remedial work during shift or brief the manager on issue, cause and recommended solution. * Adhere to company Health and Safety and Food Hygiene Policy. * Audit works are actioned and recorded in line with management timelines. * Prevent production down time, accidents or injuries through planned preventative maintenance of equipment. * Conduct continuous monitoring of machinery during the shift, identifying potential safety risks and taking necessary actions to remove the hazard. * Conduct risk assessment prior to any maintenance work and ensure conclusions are implemented prior to start of work, to remove both hazards to staff and meat product. * Ensure equipment is handed back to production in 100% safe condition. * Be aware of accident reports and near miss forms. Working with the managerial team promptly to implement solutions to prevent any re-occurrence. * The management and observation of contractors working on site. Permits To Works to be completed wherever required. * Attend training sessions or courses at the request of your engineering Manager. * Liaise with production, technical, hygiene and management having a good team ethical approach at all times. Working days: 4 on 4 off Skills and Experience * Apprentice or time served * Qualified to ONC/equivalent minimum in mechanical engineering * NVQ level 3 or equivalent in mechanical/electrical engineering * Able to read electrical drawings * Aware of electrical regulations * Strong Mechanically * A good team player * Ability to work on own initiative * A systematic approach to problem solving/fault finding * Electrical knowledge and fault finding * Own tools- box will be provided THE BENEFITS: 26 days holiday plus 3 days for Christmas period, raising with service years. Company pension Life cover 4x salary Company discounts The Consultancy: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer