Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer in Thetford - up to £42,000

A leading FMCG manufacturing business in Thetford are looking to an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer on a full time, permanent basis for their Production & Maintenance department.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will provide production & breakdown cover across the facility, supporting operations by ensuring all engineering & maintenance tasks are carried out effectively and quickly, reducing production downtime.

Responsibilities will include:

• Corrective maintenance activities
• Carry out small projects and modifications as required
• Quickly assess the nature of the breakdown & act accordingly
• Test run & start-up of installations and systems following repairs to ensure correct operation
• Investigate proposals for improvements encouraged
• Carry out PPM inspections & maintenance & carry out corrective maintenance repairs
• Carry out general maintenance as required

Candidates with the following experience, knowledge and skills will be required:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in an Engineering qualification (Electrical/Mechanical/Maintenance etc)
• Experience working within a fast paced manufacturing environment (preferably Food or FMCG)
• A proven understanding of both Mechanical or Electrical engineering principles
• Ability to read, understand & work with schematic drawings & diagrams
• Basic electrical wiring and maintenance skills
• General Workshop Skills
• Self organised & motivated

Shift Pattern:

Week 1: 6am to 2:30pm / Week 2: 2pm to 10:30pm / Week 3: 10pm to 6am

The business offer an excellent salary and benefits package, which includes 25 days holiday (+ 8 Bank Holidays), Company Pension (up to 5%), Life Assurance (4 X your salary) as well as 'double time' for shutdowns and an extra day holiday for the Christmas break.

If you have the skills and experience required, please submit a copy of your CV straight away to be considered.