Facilities Engineer
Thorlabs
- Ely, Cambridgeshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
We are looking for a Facilities Engineer, to deliver excellent service to all internal customers by Ensuring that Planned Preventative Maintenance & Reactive Maintenance is carried out to the building and equipment in a safe and efficient manner through the operation of a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and ensure that they comply with legislative, and Company ethical standards be proactive in highlighting areas where improvements can be made.Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm (Also, potential out of hours work)What is essential to us…· Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Maintenance / facilities engineer desirable· Experience of working in a manufacturing building environment (preferable) & strong working knowledge of building maintenance statutory compliance regulations.· Electrician Level 3 City & Guilds, 18th Edition IET Regulation (This equates to European Qualification Framework (EQF) level 4 and Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) level 3)· Proven experience in Electrical & Mechanical Building infrastructure· PAT Certificate (Desirable)· Attend site for emergency calls, or as when required for Planned Activity outside normal working hours.· Experience and knowledge of HVAC systems, plant, and components and building services Electrical and mechanical systems, CCTV, fire alarms and Security Systems (Access Controls)· Air Handling Units, Compressed Air and Water System· IPAF Cherry Picker Licence, FLT Licence. Desirable & experience or willingness to work at height.· Experience in contractor management including PTW and reviewing risk assessments.· Effective management and prioritisation of your workload.· Experience of working with 3rd party contractors and vendors.· Excellent Troubleshoot, fault finding and route cause analysis skills & have a proactive approach with hands-on experience of carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance activities.Who we are?Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 13 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.Where you will be working?You’ll be working in our new purpose-built facility in Witchford, Ely, just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London, and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station.RequirementsWhat we would like you to do/ to see…Planning, implementing preventative maintenance and routine servicing as per manufacturer recommendations to ensure the site's standards and assets are maintained and doing Ad hoc duties as required by the Facilities Manager· Ensure that plant faults and defects are swiftly remedied to always maintain plant in serviceable order· Lead the preparation and installation of potential Small & medium installation projects.· Assist in the design, development, and modification of new and current site equipment & support Production Maintenance Engineers on equipment projects.· Responsible for the statutory compliance of required regulations and ensuring all records are Accurate and ready for inspection. Including but not limited to electrical, Gas, legionella, FGas.· Maintain clean and safe work practices, aligning with 5S protocol and supporting continuous improvement and BEST lean program efforts.· Completion of documentation as required, including RAMS and adhere to all associated permits. Comply fully with Health, Safety & Environmental policies & actively contribute to the development of the department regarding VSM, PlanningWhat will you get?At Thorlabs there are lots of opportunities for inhouse customised training and development that accelerates your career progression. We have free onsite parking, free refreshments, as well as an entertainment area in our large canteen for your enjoyment.And the benefits are?Competitive Salary to attract the best, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.Job Reference: THOR-VC-635Closing date: Tuesday 30th April 2024. Interviews will be taking place w/c 6th May.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.This role does not currently meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria for obtaining a Skilled Worker Visa we are therefore unable to accept applications that require employer sponsorship in order to obtain a Skilled Worker Visa.We would encourage all internal applicants to inform their line managers of their interest in this position.Benefits-Contributed Pension Scheme -Group Life Cover -Private Health Care -Group Income Protection & more.Please apply through the Apply for this job button or send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambs, CB6 3NX or e-mail recruitment@thorlabs.com.In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.