Maintenance Engineer in Lydney

GMP Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client in Lydney, Gloucestershire for a Maintenance Engineer to join a highly successful, rapidly expanding organisation. Our client is a highly successful, leading engineering firm with who specialise in a wide range of markets including infrastructure, oil, and mining.This position requires a 4 on/4 off shift pattern. The shift pattern is 06:00am – 18:00pm for 2 days and 18:00pm – 06:00am for 2 nights, and 4 days off, offering a salary of £40,200As Maintenance Engineer you will be required to provide a professional maintenance service to all areas of the factory which allows equipment to be operated in a safe and efficient manner, as required by business. You will improve equipment reliability, provide an efficient service and production in the manufacture of product in business-critical times.To be considered for this role, a maintenance background is essential and experience in medium to heavy engineering environments would be advantageous. It is preferred you are qualified in an engineering discipline, preferably formally or through demonstratable experience.Maintenance Engineer main duties: * To undertake PPM, breakdown, and planned maintenance activities on all equipment. Undertake minor projects if requested to do so. * Accurately record all maintenance activities conducted on the company Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS). * Follow Line Manager instructions from Shift Manager, outside of core business hours. * Attain working knowledge of all production equipment. * Working as part of a small multi-functional team or alone. * To follow relevant maintenance instructions, procedures, and protocols, suggesting where improvements can be implemented. * To use the Maintenance Department facilities and all other parts of the factory, machinery, and systems in a safe manner in accordance with current company and Health & Safety Legislation. * Maintain excellent levels of housekeeping so the Maintenance function facilities are an example to the rest of the factory and ensure company assets are kept clean and tidy. * Ensure all maintenance tasks are conducted in accordance with Company Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures. * To keep the Maintenance Manager, Shift Manager, or their delegates informed of asset breakdowns and urgent spare part requirements that could affect the business in any way. * To use the Stores and spare parts resources in accordance with any relevant company procedures and policies, and that spare parts replacement procedure is adhered to. * Consult with the Maintenance Manager, Shift Manager, or their delegates, before modifying any machines, assets, or service support systems, so that safety, servicing, and cost implications are considered. * Continuously develop skills and knowledge to keep up to date with legislative changes, technological developments and to increase the efficiency of the production operation.Maintenance Engineer required skills and experience: * A maintenance background is essential and experience in medium to heavy engineering environments would be advantageous. Qualified in an engineering discipline, preferably formally or through demonstratable experience. * Prior robotics experience would be beneficial, but training to the correct skill level for production equipment support will be provided as required. * Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic knowledge. * Computer literate, preferably with CMMS experience. * PLC and control system working knowledge desirable. * Ability to create Risk Assessments. * Good time management, organisation, planning, and communication skills are prerequisite. * Retraining will be available to allow support to production where requiredThis is a great opportunity to join a vastly successful business who pride themselves on delivering exceptional service to their clients.If the above role sounds perfect for you, or you require more information, please click apply or contact GMP Recruitment directly.GMP Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an Employment Agency