Multi Skilled Engineer

Inspections and preventive / planned maintenance: o Checks and assesses the condition of handling equipment, pneumatic and/or mechanical/electrical, reception and silo installations, grinding, mixing and pressing lines, bag filling, feed and / or fertilizer, bulk loading and weighbridges, on the basis of maintenance schedules / checklists o Restores (imminent) defects and performs corrective maintenance activities arising from inspections (according to schedule) o Signals to the superior (potential) flaws with details of the nature and severity, proposes solutions to avoid (future or recurring) problems with the fun tioning of (parts) of equipment / machinery / transport systems. o Orders / polls spare parts and materials for maintenance o Works on planned maintenance activities of more extensive and / or complex nature (i.e. during maintenance stops), and may supervise technicians of third parties. Malfunctions and defects / repairs: o Troubleshoots malfunctions and defect in equipment, machinery, measuring and control systems and other parts of the installation o Assesses the nature and extent of the problem and determines whether instantly repair is necessary or possible, assesses any fault causes and potential solutions o Performs emergency repairs, disassembles (parts of) equipment / machinery and makes necessary repairs / changes to the equipment, if necessary in consultation with the supervisor o Performs more extensive repairs at scheduled times and based on prepared planning and instructions (disassembly / assembly, parts replacement, set / adjust parts) o Works with colleagues at jobs of more extensive and / or complex nature. May supervise technicians of third parties. Modifications and improvements: o Carries out modifications and overhaul work based on work orders and / or instructions from supervisor o Proposals improvements in equipment, machinery and other areas based on expertise and experience in maintenance o Consults with management on quality issues, technical issues / problems, etc. o Orders to (re) making certain components from drawings o May performs various techniques (welding, lathe and plate work, machining) Reporting: o Logs all maintenance activities in the appropriate maintenance management systems in order to have a complete administration and insight in the state and history of all equipment, files all technical data Compliance: o Works in compliance with all relevant safety regulations and procedures (work permits, LoTo, etc.), as well as technical standards o Signals potential hazardous and / or unsafe situations, takes appropriate action is case of imminent unsafe situations Key skills and experience required: Qualified time served apprenticeship trained Multi-Skilled Engineer with an Electrical bias and strong mechanical and fabrication skills, minimum NVQ lvl 3, ONC, HNC, HND or equivalent desirable. Track record of delivering sustainable improvements across multiple areas including Safety, PPM, Waste Reduction and Plant performance within an FMCG or manufacturing environment Experience of working within classified hazardous areas and ATEX equipment, CompEx Ex 05 – 06 or equivalent qualification a distinct advantage Experience in food mills or similar manufacturing industries on automated raw material feed systems, auto weighing, bagging lines, LEV, packaging and palletising equipment a distinct advantage. Proven track record working at a competent level of expertise on PLC’s, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems 18th edition IEE wiring regulations certificate preferable Must be self-motivated, have a can-do attitude to take ownership of issues, deliver sustainable improvements and be an effective team player with the ability to communicate across all functions within business Previous training / skills in Fabrication, Welding, FLT, IPAF, PASMA, IOSH, WAH, NEBOSH, Confined Space and Abrasive Wheels a distinct advantage Able to work as an individual and part of a wider team Able to quickly react to issues and prioritise tasks based on situational circumstances Willing to work a 3-shift flexible pattern (Seasonality applicable) Able to work overtime when required including additional hours and weekend working Must think outside of the box and be able to communicate and deliver whilst under pressure