Job Title: Site Engineer

Location: Blackwood

Employment Type: Full Time

Working Hours: Monday-Friday

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum

Candour Talent Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Site Engineer to join our well-established client based in the Blackwood area.

This role presents a unique chance to become a part of a dedicated team within a well-established company.

Job Description:

Reporting directly to the Projects and Engineering Manager, the Site Engineer will be responsible for supporting all site Engineering and Maintenance requirements. Ensuring efficient production through maintenance of assets, assured technical capabilities and compliance with regulatory and company requirements.

Supporting the Projects and Engineering Manager in achieving maximum effectiveness of machinery and equipment, by minimising downtime and supporting the effective operation of the PPM system. Whist striving for continual improvement in processes and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to demonstrate a high level of expertise in relation to planned and reactive maintenance.
• Complete required documentation and services reports as required.
• Working with the Senior Engineer to implement a strategy that will ensure the Engineering function is effective, cost optimised, well-motivated, flexible and continually adapts to changing circumstances.
• Using work methods and practices that comply with legislative, moral and European directive requirements.
• Ensure input of data on availability of systems to support the Senior Engineer in effectively managing inventory, minimise working capital and control purchasing.
• Ensure compliance to Health & Safety and environment legislation and adapt safe working practices at all times.
• Provide technical advice to problem solving and innovative solutions.
• Order and negotiate the price of materials.
• Work in partnership with the Senior Engineer to ensure that the productive capability of the plant is optimised and improved for the needs of the business. This includes the provision and use of services on which the business depends (gas, water, electricity, compressed air) and the environment.
• Follow the set standards and procedures that are in place that govern all engineering activities on site including in particular; all aspects of new asset realisation, safe working practices and management of contractors.
• Ensure that a culture of safety is promoted, working in partnership with the site Health, Safety and Environmental QA Manager.

Requirements:

• Customer focussed with a high level of attention to detail with the ability to communicate with data and facts.
• Is flexible and accommodates competing deadlines and demands for work hence ability to prioritise tasks and is able to seek advice and guidance from the Senior Engineer to resolve conflicting requests.
• Ability achieve agreed targets.
• Create, maintain and enhance positive and open working relationships.
• Open and analytical approach to problem solving.
• Comfortable working on own initiative.
• Effective project management skills.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrate your multi- skilled engineering expertise through time served experience and qualifications.
• A time served engineer with BTEC Level 3 qualification is essential. HNC or HND qualification in an Engineering discipline - desirable
• Good knowledge of technical Health & Safety requirements.
• Certificate in general H&S e.g. IOSH, NEBOSH - desirable
• Previous experience within a similar role and within a food manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Excellent trouble-shooter with the ability to resolve problems effectively, and within a cost-effective manner / within budget.
• Excellent communication skills with demonstrable record of influencing at all levels within an organisation.
• Confident decision maker who understands the commercial implications of decisions.
• Effective team player.
• Proven track record of delivering performance improvements.
• Food safety qualification level 2 and above - essential (training can be provided)
• HACCP level 3 - desirable.
• Knowledge and experience of external audits.
• Fully computer literate and proficient on all Microsoft software and experience using CMMS systems.
• Experience fault finding on PLC/Invertors.
• Ability to read and follow electrical/Pneumatic diagrams.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to leverage their skills and expertise in a stimulating work environment while contributing to the continued success and growth of the organisation. If you are a motivated professional seeking to take the next step in your career journey, we encourage you to apply today!

How to Apply:

Contact Number: 01495 364 236

www.candourtalent.co.uk

We thank you for considering Candour Talent Recruitment for your career aspirations and encourage you to continue exploring opportunities with us in the future. Good Luck with your application and we look forward to receiving your CV.

Who are we at Candour Talent?

At our award-winning recruitment agency, we pride ourselves on building strong connections with both our clients and candidates. We operate as both a recruitment specialist for permanent recruitment and a recruitment business for the supply of temporary workers, ensuring that we can effectively meet the diverse needs of our clients and candidates. With a dedicated and passionate team of professionals, we're committed to taking time to understand your unique skills, experiences, and aspirations ensuring that we match you with opportunities that not only align with your professional goals but also inspire you to thrive. Whether you're seeking a career change, advancement, or a new challenge, we're here to support you every step of the way.

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While we strive to respond to all applicants promptly, please note that only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted for further consideration. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of your application, we regret to inform you that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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