Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:Mechanical Engineer Salary:Starting salary commensurate with experience and qualifications Location:This role is office based in Kilwaughter, Larne Purpose: We have exciting opportunities for technically strong Mechanical Engineer to join our Operations team. Working as part of our highly trained and experienced team, our Engineer will play an essential role to ensure our production plant operates daily, by conducting planned preventative maintenance and responding to break downs in a fast-paced manufacturing plant. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Well-being policies / procedures to deliver a safety-first culture Bring root cause expertise to accurately fault find problems, delivering highly effective solutions that prevent re-occurring problems. Develop and report concise data driven metrics to inform priorities and action plans Undertake repairs, servicing and maintenance of a wide range of production plant and machinery to the highest standard and pre-determined specifications and relevant legislation. Develop, maintain and implement planned maintenance schedules and routines for all plant Fault finding, testing and the removal or adjustment of existing fittings, fixtures and parts. Responsibility to ensure that adequate stock levels are maintained for all critical spares to provide efficient planned work and that all necessary records are completed accurately. Comply with all company policy to include environmental/energy and procedures in both normal and emergency situations Maintain collaborative working practices, building strong relationships with all internal stakeholders to contribute towards the production of high-quality product to exceed customer expectations. Manage breakdowns with urgency to minimise downtime, completed PM activities within agreed timelines. Ability to understand technical drawings Collaboration with all departments within the business to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the manufacturing process. Have the ability and confidence to make pragmatic decisions using knowledge, experience and judgement To have the skills and ability to coach/mentor team members to improve overall team performance and capabilities. IT literate to ensure the correct completion of database systems accurately. Act as an ambassador for our company values and adhere to all company policies and procedures Any other duties as required by management Education HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering Time served Mechanical background Experience A minimum of 5 years experience gained in a manufacturing environment, or similar role. Proven experience working with Mechanical drive systems Proven experience working with Pneumatic and hydraulic systems Experience working with servicing, repairs and maintenance of plant machinery. Knowledge of current H&S legislation Root cause analysis & fault-finding experience Ability to read, interpret and apply information from files, technical drawings, catalogues, reports, and manuals. Skills and Competences Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail, organisational, planning and prioritising ability Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders Ability to mobilise with urgency and determination Computer literate with Microsoft Office suite Send your CV via the link if you are interested in this role. Skills: Mechanical Drive Systems Pneumatics Hydraulics Teamwork