Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 55,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Norfolk
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
3 shift Rotation - Monday - Friday
06:00 - 14:00
14:00 - 22:00
22:00 - 06:00
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to support the smooth operation of our highly automated production environment. You will play a key role in responding to equipment breakdowns, delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
The role involves working on a wide range of automated machinery including conveyors, extruders, palletisers, vacuum packers, form-fill-seal equipment, and wrapping machinery. You will also be responsible for PLC fault finding, electrical installations, and supporting engineering project work.
Key Responsibilities
Respond quickly and effectively to production breakdowns to minimise downtime
Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and corrective maintenance activities
Carry out fault finding and diagnostics on PLC-controlled systems
Support electrical installations, modifications, and engineering project work
Ensure all work is completed in line with Health & Safety standards and site housekeeping requirements
* Operate within HSE procedures including:
* Permit to Work systems
* Risk Assessments
* Method Statements
* Safe Systems of Work
* Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Follow lock-off and isolation procedures at all times to ensure personal and site safety
* Assist with small engineering projects and equipment modifications
* Develop, implement, and maintain maintenance SOPs
* Conduct lubrication schedules and general maintenance activities
* Contribute ideas and recommendations for continuous improvement across the site
* Support plant performance, maintenance compliance, and CMMS planning activities
Key Performance Indicators
* Plant uptime and performance
* Planned maintenance compliance
* CMMS accuracy and effectiveness
* Continuous improvement participation and delivery
* Achievement of individual performance targets
* Personal development and training goals
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent
City & Guilds qualification in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering
Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship
17th Edition IEE Regulations qualification
Strong multi-skilled engineering background (Electrical & Mechanical)
Experience with PLC fault finding and diagnostics
Knowledge of servo motor principles
Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings
Strong fault-finding and logical problem-solving skills
Good general workshop and maintenance skills
Self-motivated with strong organisational skills
Positive, proactive “can-do” attitude
Desirable
ONC / HNC or equivalent qualification
Leadership or supervisory skills
Advanced electrical wiring and maintenance experience
Inspection, testing, and certification experience
Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement (CI), TPM, and Lean manufacturing techniques