Position: Junior Maintenance Engineer
Location: Heathfield, East Sussex
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum
Benefits:
* 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
* Birthday off as additional leave
* Discounts on products
* Pensions
* Friendly working environment
About the Role:
Are you a driven and passionate individual with a background in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering? Join our team as a Junior Maintenance Engineer and immerse yourself in a manufacturing environment. You'll play a pivotal role in maintaining our client's machinery and ensuring smooth operations.
Responsibilities of the Maintenance Engineer:
* Shadow the Production Manager to learn maintenance leadership responsibilities and best practices.
* Assist in troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical issues
* Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as lubricating machinery and replacing parts
* Provide excellent customer service to internal departments
* Assist in coordinating maintenance activities and resource deployment.
* Provide timely support for machine breakdowns to minimize downtime.
* Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance tasks on production machinery.
* Participate in reactive, preventative, and planned maintenance activities.
* Conduct regular inspections to identify faults and areas for improvement.
* Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
* Efficiently identify and rectify faults to optimise productivity.
Requirements of the Maintenance Engineer:
* Previous experience in manufacturing or production preferred.
* Proficiency in electrical and mechanical systems troubleshooting.
* Familiarity with maintenance practices.
* Ability to conduct thorough inspections.
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
* Team player with adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
* Valid Driver's License (Preferred due to location)
* 3 Years of machine maintenance experience
* Right to work in the UK
Benefits of the Maintenance Engineer:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Heathfield: Live within a reliably commutable distance