Mechanical Engineer, South Wales, 3-2-2 Shift Pattern, Up to £32,000

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Summary
We are currently recruiting a Mechanical Shift Engineer for a large, well-established manufacturer based within Port Talbot, South Wales. The company have a large customer base, supplying various companies throughout the UK. The role is a shift based position working a 3-2-2 continental shift pattern of days and nights.

 

The Role
The Engineer will work as part of a team in a busy and demanding manufacturing environment.
Duties will include:

  • Respond immediately to unplanned failure of systems or machinery.
  • PPM and breakdown assistance, minimizing machine downtime.
  • Repair and maintain production equipment and machinery.
  • Trouble Shooting and keeping downtime to a minimum.

 

The Candidate

  • Previous experience within FMCG. (desirable)
  • Previous experience in a BRC Certified workplace. (desirable)
  • Previous experience reacting to mechanical breakdowns and supporting electrical breakdowns
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Good problem-solving skills and a creative approach for new ideas.
  • Excellent technical knowledge.
  • Good practical skills for using tools.
  • Understand technical manuals and engineering diagrams.
  • Be able to work quickly, under pressure and to deadlines.
  • Can work on your own or as part of a team.
  • Be aware of health and safety issues.
  • Machinery and Welding.

 

Qualifications

  • ONC Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. (essential)
  • 5 or more GCSEs (or equivalent) at A-C grade which will include English, Mathematics and Science. (essential)
  • Time served mechanical apprenticeship. (essential)
  • Counterbalance forklift licence. (advantageous – not essential)
  • Abrasive Wheels. (advantageous – not essential)

 

The Package

  • Salary of up to £32,000
  • 32 days paid holidays
  • Company pension contributions
  • Uniform
  • Sick pay
  • On-site parking
  • Cycle scheme and childcare vouchers.

 

JK Recruitment
Please be aware that we receive a high volume of interest for each of our roles and we cannot guarantee we will be in touch if you are not shortlisted for the position. At JK Recruitment we aim to provide the best possible opportunity to take your career forward, we will be in touch within the next seven days if your application is successful. Please continue to visit www.jkrecruit.co.uk to keep up to date with further vacancies. We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK