Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 (DOE)

Location: Cumbria

Shift: Continental 4 on, 4 off, 12-hour shift (6:00 - 18:00, 18:00 - 6:00)

Purpose of the Role:

To support production by resolving engineering issues and addressing equipment breakdowns in a timely manner.

Key Responsibilities of the Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer:

• Perform reactive and proactive maintenance on various process equipment.
• Conduct regular Planned PPM and reactive maintenance as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve breakdowns across a range of machinery, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with Team Leaders and Production teams to improve production efficiency.
• Maintain accurate documentation of breakdowns and maintenance activities (PPMs).
• Ensure all required paperwork is up to date and properly maintained.
• Operate in adherence to Health & Safety best practices, minimising risks to self and others.

Main Responsibilities of the Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer:

• Complete routine maintenance and breakdown repairs on time, complying with safety, engineering, and hygiene standards.
• Ensure engineering support is available during all operational hours.
• Propose plant modifications and improvements to increase efficiency.
• Keep historical records of breakdowns and PPMs to inform future maintenance strategies.
• Demonstrate a logical approach to fault finding and resolution.
• Perform tasks including welding, fabrication and mechanical fitting, such as gearbox installations, pump changes, steam system repairs, and bearing replacements.

Qualification: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering Maintenance or Manufacturing.

Experience: Time-served engineer/fitter with a strong background in both reactive and preventative maintenance.

Skills: Strong organization, communication skills, and ability to work within a diverse technical team.

Technical Knowledge: Experience with controls, fault analysis, and developing solutions.

Flexibility: Must be adaptable to changing operational requirements.

Additional Knowledge: Basic understanding of electrics and hydraulics is advantageous.

Self-motivation: Capable of working independently with minimal instruction.

IT Skills: Proficient in relevant IT systems for documentation and reporting.

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If this Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer role sounds of interest click apply to send your cv, or any questions please call Kirk at MDE Bristol.