Works Engineer

Key Activities / Measurables

Activities

• To complete routine and preventive maintenance

• Responsible for the Insurance inspection of plant in all Units

• To support the Quality Department with the responsibilities of COSHH

• Responsible for all site services and building services

• Responsible for the maintenance of buildings and heating systems

• Responsible for Plant development and control, maintenance and services

• Responsible for routine Plant servicing (air, water, steam and testing)

• Responsible for all water treatment of plant and facilities

• To maintain a tidy and clean working area and surroundings and to adhere to the Company standards of housekeeping

• To participate in Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving training & activities within department

• To promote the Company in a professional and ethical manner at all times.

Measurables

• Timely response to all breakdown notifications
• Accurate and timely submission of reports
• Actively participate and contribute in meetings
• Timely response to managing all Engineering Requests
• Good housekeeping standards

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Required

Formal engineering qualifications BTEC or equivalent

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Maths and English GCSE Grade C or equivalent

Valid Driver’s Licence

Desirable

Reach Truck/ Counter balance licence

Loler Inspection Certificate

Basic knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) when controlling manufacturing processes

Knowledge of statutory insurance inspections

Knowledge of water treatment plant

Experience in EPS moulding plant or similar

Exposure to Lean manufacturing

Skills and Experience

Required

Experience in mechanical and electrical engineering

Experience of completing preventative maintenance tasks

Working within a strong H&S culture

Experience in maintaining building facilities

Practical experience in managing breakdowns/ fault finding and problem solving

Good IT skills (in particular Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook)

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Able to work under pressure

Ability to plan own workload and work to deadlines, ability to work independently under own initiative

Organised and methodical with excellent attention to detail

Desirable

Experience of operating and maintaining an industrial boiler

Boiler Operation and Maintenance

Personal Attributes

Resilience and determination to solve a problem and reach the end goal

Well presented with a professional approach to the role

Approachable and enthusiastic, with a “can do” attitude

Flexible and adaptable

Team player and collaborative worker

Self-motivated

Working Environment

Will be active in all areas of the plant as part of the role

• Production
• Plant Rooms
• Offices
• Warehouse

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.