Senior Maintenance Engineer

Senior Maintenance Engineer
Middleton
Salary: D.O.E

Time Recruitment Solutions are currently working with a well established business who are based in Middleton. Having been established for more than 30 years, they have managed to grow organically into the business they are today - a business full of skilled and experienced craftsman who are seen as the UK's biggest manufacturer of aluminium and LED-based solutions.

Now due to their ongoing success and growth they are now looking for a Senior Maintenance Engineer to join the business.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with a passion for leadership and continuous improvement?

Do you thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment and looking for your next challenge?

As the Senior Maintenance Engineer you will play a critical role in leading the manufacturing processes and driving efficiency across all operations. You will bring your insight, technical expertise and management skills to develop and optimise the manufacturing systems, ensuring the business remains at the forefront of productivity, safety and quality standards.
Your key responsibilities will be:
o Management and development of the maintenance team
o Develop, manage and co-ordinate Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule
o Implement and uphold H&S standards, promoting a safe and compliant work environment
o Drive continuous improvement projects, focusing on quality, efficiency and cost-effectiveness

ATTRIBUTES/SKILLS
o Quick thinker
o Leadership
o Resilient
o Problem solver/Troubleshooter
o Excellent negotiator
o Self-Motivated
o Good use of initiative
o Extremely organised
o High level of commerciality

ESSENTIAL
o Over 8 years proven experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment
o Experience of managing a maintenance team
o Experience of managing projects, budgets and time
o Proven experience in risk management
o Proven experience of designing and maintaining a PPM schedule
o Experience in coaching/training operators on basic machine maintenance
o Driving licence
o Experience in management of H&S systems
o Relevant engineering qualifications

RESPONSIBLIITIES
o Ensure all machinery is running efficiently and any breakdowns are repaired quickly, continually monitoring and minimising the impact on production at all times
o Regular inspections of the building and machinery to detect and resolve problems early
o Train machine operatives on safe operation and maintenance of machinery
o Engineering project managing as required (e.g. researching new machinery/equipment, processes etc)
o Supervise all repairs carried out by external contractors or machine operators
o Ensure operators are completing daily maintenance checks on their machines, with accurate record keeping
o Respond to emergency maintenance calls
o Work closely with the factory manager to review and implement factory improvements
o Maintain adequate supplies of machine spares/tooling etc.
o Management of safety training for operators (FLT, stackers, machines etc.)
o Ensuring the factory operates to current H&S legislation and makes appropriate changes and/or suggestions to ensure we are working to this level at all times
o Ensure all regulatory maintenance is carried out when required (LOLER testing, pressure testing etc.)
o Supervision and management of the security contracts for the building
o Working with procurement when new machinery is purchased to ensure appropriate safety measures are considered, and training arranged for operators and maintenance staff
o Responsible for accurate and up to date record keeping for all planned and completed maintenance, including budget monitoring and control
o Clear and accurate communication to factory management and Directors relating to budgets, schedules and any unplanned expenses incurred

If you have the skills and experience for the above role and you would like to be considered for this role then please contact Gary Gittings at Time Recruitment Solutions for a private and confidential chat or simply click 'APPLY'.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.