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JR257: Shift Maintenance Engineer
Location: Hixon, Stafford
Salary: £18 - £19 per hour
Overview:
First Military Recruitment is currently seeking a Shift Maintenance Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.
Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel, but all candidates will be given due consideration.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise, lead, and assist a team of maintenance operatives during the shift, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and according to schedule. Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and excellence in maintenance practices within the shift team.
- Implement the maintenance strategy developed by the Maintenance/Engineering Manager to ensure the reliability and functionality of critical machinery and equipment during operations.
- Coordinate closely with other departments to plan maintenance activities, minimize disruptions, and optimize production efficiency during shifts.
- Manage inventory levels of maintenance supplies during the shift and initiate reordering of maintenance supplies as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols, company policies, and regulations related to maintenance activities during operations.
- Oversee the usage and management of fuels, lubricants, and other fluids during operations, implementing cost-effective strategies.
- Identify opportunities for process and equipment improvements during operations and implement solutions to enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment service histories during the shift, updating MAPCON where necessary.
- Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and oversee works to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.
- Carry out critical preventative and breakdown maintenance when needed.
- Ensure a daily handover is carried out to the next Shift Foreman.
- Perform any other duties as required that fall within your capability.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Maintenance Supervisor with a strong working knowledge of facilities, machines, and equipment. Experience within a heavy industry such as foundry, recycling, or quarry and aggregates sectors. (Preferable)
- Relevant qualifications in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Ability to effectively plan, organise, and prioritise projects, ensuring maintenance activities align with operational goals.
- Strong team player with proven leadership and motivational abilities, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Positive and professional attitude, with an approachable demeanour and strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an agile approach to getting things done; flexible and adaptable to changing operational needs.
- Independent judgment and decision-making capabilities, ensuring efficient and effective maintenance operations.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and guidance.
Location: Hixon, Stafford
Salary: £18 - £19 per hour
