Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical bias)

Job Summary

The role involves covering holidays within the maintenance department and working shifts as needed. Average weekly hours are 39, consisting of 3 twelve-hour shifts for 3 weeks and 4 twelve-hour shifts for one week, including a 30-minute paid break.

Responsibilities

• Ensure plant operates efficiently with minimal downtime
• Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly planned preventative maintenance tasks
• Prevent breakdowns and production stoppages through proactive maintenance activities
• Provide first-line repair and maintenance support for all site facilities and equipment
• Complete scheduled maintenance tasks while prioritizing production breakdowns and urgent repairs
• Work closely with fellow engineers to maintain plant reliability and operational performance
• Contribute new ideas and improved working practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Maintain accurate records and support a structured report-based handover process between shifts
• Participate in new engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support in-house manufacture of components using the machine shop facilities
• Utilise and develop skills in milling, turning, and 3D printing
• Contribute to the ongoing development of engineering solutions and manufacturing capabilities across the site

Requirements

• Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineering with 70/30 electrical bias
• Minimum of 3 years' experience of working in engineering and in a fast-paced manufacturing/production environment
• HNC/NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical/electrical engineering
• 17th/18th edition qualified
• Hydraulics and pneumatics knowledge
• Knowledge of providing both reactive & preventative maintenance (PPM’s)
• Strong fault-finding ability across both electrical & mechanical breakdowns
• Positive attitude with ability to work under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good communication
• Effective time management
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• A sound working knowledge of Health and Safety compliance is essential
• Print Industry Experience & Knowledge of working with Man Roland Web Presses, Komori Sheet fed presses and Muller Martini Bindery Equipment (advantageous)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience of working in engineering and in a fast-paced manufacturing/production environment
• HNC/NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical/electrical engineering
• 17th/18th edition qualified
• Hydraulics and pneumatics knowledge
• Knowledge of providing both reactive & preventative maintenance (PPM’s)
• Strong fault-finding ability across both electrical & mechanical breakdowns
• Positive attitude with ability to work under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good communication
• Effective time management
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• A sound working knowledge of Health and Safety compliance is essential
• Print Industry Experience & Knowledge of working with Man Roland Web Presses, Komori Sheet fed presses and Muller Martini Bindery Equipment (advantageous)

Benefits

• 25 days holidays (based on 7.5hrs) plus bank holidays and increases with service
• Paid break
• Monthly pay
• Recognition awards
• Length of service incentives
• Death in service @ 4 times basic salary
• Healthcare scheme - 1st level paid by Company
• Profit share scheme
• Company pension scheme -5%
• Company sick pay scheme
• Employee Assistance Program - offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support
• Canteen
• Onsite parking

Contact Information

To apply please email Sharon Day - HR Manager along with your CV to sharon.day@acornweb.co.uk