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
