We are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated maintenance engineer based at our Derby site. This is a hands-n role responsible for the continuous running of equipment and machinery through routine maintenance and repairs, to assist with improved production facilities and reduced incidences of breakdowns. Also required to work on small improvement / modifications projects to improve overall reliability and safety of the plant, personnel and production processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Work to site maintenance strategies, procedures and methods to ensure that breakdowns are kept to a minimum and all repairs and maintenance is achieved in the most cost-effective manner.
- Diagnose and remedy breakdown issues and prioritise all responses.
- Ensure that fixtures, fittings and equipment are maintained to an agreed standard.
- Assist with the procurement of fixtures, fittings and other items as required.
- Ensure that Health & Safety requirements are being met in all areas of the site and report any issues to their manager.
- Be on standby for call out arrangements in line with agreed departmental procedures. (As required).
- Assist with the supervision of on-site contractors to ensure compliance with Fairfax Meadow policies on Food Safety and Health & Safety.
- Comply with Company Policies on Food Safety and Health & Safety when carrying out duties throughout the site.
Company Initiatives and Compliance
- To comply with all legal and statutory obligations applicable to the role.
- Support Company Initiatives and demonstrate Company Values at all times.
- Carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the Company.
- Take responsibility for the Health and Safety of yourself and others whilst at work and to comply with the Company’s policies and legislation.
- All individuals are expected to maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job and participate in appropriate learning and development activities
- To show a commitment to food safety, legality, quality and integrity.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
- Current BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations. IET Wiring Regulations or equivalent.
- City& Guilds mechanical engineering (or equivalent) Desirable but not essential
- Knowledge & experience in electrical fault finding (incl. PLCs, SCADA, P.C.Bs)
- Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings
- Knowledge & experience in Pneumatic & Hydraulic installation and Repairs (conveyors, packaging), mechanical fault finding.
- Knowledge & experience of mechanical systems to include sealing/vacuum packing machinery (Desirable but not essential)
- Ability to prioritise workload(s) to reduce downtime
- Strong communication skills
- Communicate with suppliers and/or service suppliers
- Identify and order replacement parts/equipment
Role Specifics
- Working days: Monday to Friday
- Working Hours: 16.00 – 01.00