Maintenance Engineer (Shift)

Location:
Thetford, Norfolk

Job Status:
Permanent

Salary/Wages:
£37000 - £42000 /

Reference:
Ref J2283_1603693260

Industry:

• Engineering

Maintenance Engineer in Thetford – up to £42,000

A leading manufacturing business in Thetford are looking to an experienced Maintenance Engineer on a full time, permanent basis to join their Production & Maintenance division.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will provide production & breakdown cover across the facility, supporting operations by ensuring all engineering & maintenance tasks are carried out.

Responsibilities will include:

* Corrective maintenance activities
* Carry out small projects and modifications as required
* Quickly assess the nature of the breakdown & act accordingly
* Test run & start-up of installations and systems following repairs to ensure correct operation
* Investigate proposals for improvements encouraged
* Carry out PPM inspections & maintenance & carry out corrective maintenance repairs
* Carry out general maintenance as required

Candidates with the following experience, knowledge and skills will be required:

* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in an Engineering qualification (Electrical/Mechanical/Maintenance etc)
* Experience working within a fast paced manufacturing environment (preferably Food or FMCG)
* A thorough understanding of both Mechanical or Electrical engineering
* Ability to read, understand & work with schematic drawings & diagrams
* Basic electrical wiring and maintenance skills
* General Workshop Skills
* Self organised & motivated

Shift Pattern:

Week 1: 6am to 2:30pm / Week 2: 2pm to 10:30pm / Week 3: 10pm to 6am

In return you’ll work for a leading business whose products are recognised and used across the UK. The business offer an excellent salary and benefits package, which includes 25 days holiday (+ 8 Bank Holidays), Company Pension (up to 5%), Life Assurance (4 X your salary) as well as ‘double time’ for shutdowns and an extra day holiday for the Christmas break.

If you have the skills and experience required, please submit a copy of your CV straight away to be considered.