Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical Bias

KL Talent Solutions client is a recognised leader in providing Safe, Sustainable Access solutions in Steel or GRP. With a modern approach backed by 100 years of experience, they support multiple vertical sectors with products adaptable to the latest built environments.

Why Work For Our Client:
Our client is in a strong position and have the investment and appetite for growth. As part of a FTSE 250 Plc with companies based worldwide, they are part of a strong and dynamic team delivering sustainable and innovative products and services.

The Person:
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Well-organized and punctual.
- Excellent people/communication skills.
- A 'can-do' attitude and a keenness for professional self-development.
- A thirst to take on growing responsibilities and projects.

Position Description:
Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all the plant, equipment, and building facilities. As a mechanical and electrical engineer working as a team to ensure maximum equipment availability. This responsibility includes the planning, prioritisation, coordination, and action of all tasks required for the repair and maintenance of equipment in terms of costs, quality, and time management in a safe environment.

Qualifications And Experience:
- Hold a minimum ONC/HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical and/or Mechanical engineering.
- Ideal candidates will have come from a manufacturing, maintenance, or Engineering background and have a minimum of 5 years’ experience.

Responsibilities to include:
- Perform craft maintenance tasks in accordance with job instructions and all general maintenance on site.
- Respond to breakdowns.
- Diagnose and repair faults on electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Ensure objectives are achieved in an effective and safe manner.
- Follow both written and verbal instructions explicitly to ensure the safe completion of allocated tasks.
- Maintain factory equipment including CNC machinery.
- Knowledge of welding and fabricating techniques is useful.
- Promote equipment improvement and efficiency savings.
- Machining experience requirements include cutting, milling, turning, surface grinding, and general workshop machine tools.
- Handle day-to-day mechanical fault-finding and rectification, planned preventative maintenance activities, process improvements, and update associated documentation.
- Be familiar with Lean Manufacturing techniques, 5S, 8D, PDCA.
- Have completed a time-served Apprenticeship with machine tool experience in a mechanical and/or electrical environment.
- Demonstrate hands-on ability in hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical diagnostics.

Position:
- Full Time with an immediate start available
- Hours of work: Monday – Thursday 7.30am to 16.00pm, Friday 7.30am to 15.00pm
- Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
- Holidays: Full time - 25 days per year (Holiday year Jan – Dec) + 8 Bank holidays, Pro rata for part time.
- Life Insurance: 3 times basic salary whilst in employment
- Pension Scheme: Automatic enrolment if criteria met, 5% Employee, 3% Employer. After 1 year in April – Age-related up to max 6.5%.
- Share options scheme: When available and if applicable.
- Employee Assistance Programme: Free to employees (Lifeworks)
- Employee Engagement Platform offering discounts – (Rewards Gateway)