Maintenance Engineer

Overview

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER REQUIRED IN BLACKBURN (LANCASHIRE)

Are you an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer who is slightly more Electrically biased, and are you seeking a new job in Blackburn?!

We are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well established manufacturer in Blackburn, the hiring manager is looking for someone who is slightly more Electrically biased (70% Electrical) but also has a good mechanical background.

You will start on a day shift (8:00am-4:30pm) for the first 12-18 months, but you will move to afternoon shifts after this initial period, so you MUST be prepared to work a permanent afternoon shift. You will also be required to cover alternative shifts from the start, particularly during holidays or absence should there be any short falls due to sickness / holidays etc.

The hiring manager would prefer someone who has either completed an Engineering Apprenticeship, or someone who holds an ONC, HNC or HND qualification (or is NVQ Level 3 qualified as a minimum).

Previous experience with Mitsubishi PLCs would be preferred but isn't essential, a 17th or 18th edition qualification would also be preferred.

Anyone who has previously worked in the carpet, textile, paper manufacturing or non-woven industry would be well received, and this job would be a great fit for someone who has previously worked as Maintenance Engineer, Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Technician, Production Maintenance Engineer, Site Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer or Engineering Technician.

What You Will Do

• Ensure all equipment is operated and maintained in a safe and optimal condition.
• Conduct effective risk assessments to promote safety for yourself and your colleagues.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to minimise downtime.
• Perform preventative maintenance to enhance equipment reliability.
• Analyse data to improve equipment performance and efficiency.
• Manage and deliver projects within agreed budgets and time-scales.

What You Will Bring

• An experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer who is slightly more Electrically biased.
• Time-served Multi-Skilled apprenticeship with training in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, or someone who holds an ONC, HNC or HND qualification (or a minimum of an NVQ Level 3).
• Proven experience in mechanical maintenance and electrical instrument installation and wiring.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• PLC fault finding experience (preferably with Mitsubishi) - PREFERRED

Location

The role is based in Blackburn, Lancashire.

Interested?

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make your mark as a Maintenance Engineer, don't wait! Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career.

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