At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team of Maintenance Engineers to ensure smooth operations and resolve machine breakdowns.
- Company: Dynamic manufacturing site in Larkhall with a focus on safety and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, shift flexibility, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities to mentor apprentices and develop skills.
- Why this job: Be part of a crucial team that keeps the factory running efficiently and safely.
- Qualifications: Qualified maintenance engineer with electrical bias and 4+ years of experience.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Department: Technical team
Site/Factory: Larkhall
Continental shift pattern:
- 1st week - Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat and Sun
- 2nd week - Wed and Thurs
Dayshift 6am – 6pm (2 weeks)
Nightshift 6pm – 6am (2 weeks)
Job Purpose
Work within a team of Maintenance Engineers and with key stakeholders to deliver effective planned and reactive maintenance service to Larkhall site.
Reporting Structure
Reports to: Technical Manager / Lead Maintenance Engineer
Key responsibilities include:
- Ensure safe working practices at all times
- Resolve machine breakdowns - first response and if unable to fix seek advice from lead engineer or specialist
- PPMS to align with KPI
- Ensure housekeeping is in good order, and 5S is always adhered to
- Execute effective handovers in full and ensure good and timely written and verbal communications
- Ordering of parts when required using correct admin process
- Contribute to Stores upkeep and ensure standards adhered to
- Conduct root cause analysis where appropriate to provide permanent fixes for repeat issues
- Ensure have the correct tools available for every job
- Role model good standards of conduct – eg. no eating/drinking in section (other than water), adopt good time management
- Work effectively with 3rd party Contractor support where required
- Ensure appropriate resources used on jobs - best use of skills, people resource and tools
- Provide effective supervision and coaching to Apprentices on jobs
Skills & Experience
- Time served and qualified maintenance engineer
- Minimum 4 years experience
- We are looking specifically for electrical bias, must have 17/18th edition and proven experience
- Able to work in fast paced environment, effective time management.
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Desirable – hydraulic
Maintenance Enigneer (Continental Shifts) in Larkhall employer: WHS plastics
As a Maintenance Engineer at our Larkhall site, you will join a dynamic technical team dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that encourages professional growth through hands-on experience and mentorship, particularly for apprentices. With a commitment to employee well-being and a structured shift pattern, we offer a rewarding environment where your contributions directly impact our operational success.
