Maintenance Engineer

Associated Seafoods

  • Arbroath, Angus
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Role: Maintenance Engineer (Maintenance and Electrical)Location: ArbroathShift Pattern: Monday to Friday dayshift and backshift (on rotation basis), full-time, 40 hours per week with flexibility requiredRate of Pay: An attractive and negotiable package will be available and depending on entry-level skills and/or experienceClosing Date: Monday, 22 April 2024About usAssociated Seafoods is the parent company of Lossie Seafoods, Moray Seafoods and LFO. We strive to source, process, and supply the finest range of seafood products to customers around the world.In addition to a great culture and a fun collaborative team environment we offer comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, medical and mental health support, life insurance, cycle to work scheme as well as company pension.Role OverviewJoin our dynamic team as a Maintenance Engineer, bringing together your expertise in both maintenance and electrical engineering to support our fast-paced food production environment. As a Maintenance Engineer you will provide engineering support to the site with a view to ensuring that all machinery and equipment is properly maintained and safe to use.You will play a crucial role in ensuring equipment availability, peak performance, and continuous improvement. If you have a background in food production and are ready to take on diverse responsibilities, we invite you to contribute to our success.Duties will include although not limited to:
  • Carry out routine scheduled maintenance as set out in the planned preventative maintenance system.
  • To respond to equipment faults and breakdowns as required by production, technical or engineering departments.
  • Plan access to areas and equipment to fulfil and closeout work requests using the Fixx system to create a record of work and ensure food safety.
  • Monitor, test, and adjust various systems across the site, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Assist the engineering team on large project work such as installation of new production lines, alterations, and upgrades to areas whether internal or external to the buildings.
  • Support the training and development of other members of the engineering team as well as operations e.g. with use of equipment and trainer e.g. development of training material.
  • Uphold and enhance engineering standards to meet the evolving needs of the production environment.
  • Work closely with the engineering supervisor and other team members to support production operations effectively.
  • When required you will be expected to assist contractors to accomplish their tasks and support them while they are on site.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:
  • Time-served engineer with an electrical or mechanical apprenticeship or similar qualifications.
  • Possess strong creative problem-solving abilities and a mindset for continuous improvement.
  • Exhibit self-motivation, a methodical work approach, and the ability to work independently.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills and an aptitude for teamwork.
  • Have attention to detail and uphold high standards of work.
  • Show flexibility in attendance to meet the company's operational requirements.
  • Display methodical fault-finding skills while adapting to production demands.
  • Familiarity with Food Production Principles and Practices.
  • Flexible attendance to meet business needs to ensure continuous operation of the site and equipment.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Desired:
  • Basic qualification in electrical safety.
  • Ideally 18th edition qualified.
  • Previous experience in a similar role in FMCG or similar production unit.
  • Understanding of the principals and practice of food safety and maintenance within a food-manufacturing environment
Working Hours/Flexibility:The contractual working hours will be Monday to Friday with flexibility in start and finish times to accommodate project requirements and deadlines.To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications by 22nd April 2024

Associated Seafoods