Are you a dedicated and experienced Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer with proven working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems?
We are seeking a highly competent and motivated Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team on a temp ongoing basis. You will be instrumental in ensuring the continuous, and efficient operation of the plant and equipment, site facilities and infrastructure during the working shift.
Location: DS Smith South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH, United Kingdom
Hours: (6am-6pm days, 6pm-6am nights including weekends.)
Salary: £57k
A Maintenance Engineer at DSS Blunham is a technical professional responsible for minimising downtime by performing real-time troubleshooting, emergency breakdown responses, and routine maintenance.
Responsibilities:
Breakdown Response: React quickly to equipment failures and production interruptions to minimize downtime.
Maintenance Execution: Complete Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks across mechanical and electrical systems.
System Monitoring: Oversee the operation of plant machinery and building infrastructure to ensure they function within optimal parameters.
Compliance & Safety: Enforce health and safety regulations, legislative requirements, and site standards throughout your assigned shift.
Shift Handover: Maintain accurate logs of daily tasks, repairs, and outstanding issues, and brief the incoming engineering team.
Essential requirements:
Technical Qualifications: A formal qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, or Degree) in electrical or mechanical engineering.
Multi-Skilled Expertise: Strong working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems, as well as control panels and PLCs.
Problem-Solving Skills: Strong diagnostic abilities to identify faults and utilise lean techniques (e.g., 5 Whys) to prevent recurrence.
Previous experience in a manufacturing/production environment
Benefits:
Advice and editing on your current CV
Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
Paid holiday
Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
Competitive rates of pay
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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