Maintenance Engineer Job Overview
My client based in the Caerphilly area are currently looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer with welding skills to join their busy manufacturing site on a full time, permanent basis.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on a variety of machinery and equipment used in food production.
• Proactively identify potential issues and implement preventive measures to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to any machinery breakdowns or technical problems that arise during production hours.
• Conduct troubleshooting and diagnostic tests to accurately identify and resolve equipment malfunctions.
• Collaborate with production teams to develop and implement maintenance schedules that do not disrupt the production flow.
• Monitor and control equipment performance, ensuring optimal efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, including logs, reports, and records.
• Work to food safety standards.
• Experience Welding
• Ensure that engineering contractors adhere to site rules, health & safety and food safety standards.

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer, preferably in a food production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of machinery and equipment used in food production, including but not limited to conveyors, mixers, fillers, and packaging machines.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems effectively.
• Proficient in reading technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to resolve urgent issues.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and relay technical information clearly.
• Welding experience is essential.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in maintenance tasks.

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on a variety of machinery and equipment used in food production.
• Proactively identify potential issues and implement preventive measures to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to any machinery breakdowns or technical problems that arise during production hours.
• Conduct troubleshooting and diagnostic tests to accurately identify and resolve equipment malfunctions.
• Collaborate with production teams to develop and implement maintenance schedules that do not disrupt the production flow.
• Monitor and control equipment performance, ensuring optimal efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, including logs, reports, and records.
• Work to food safety standards.
• Experience Welding
• Ensure that engineering contractors adhere to site rules, health & safety and food safety standards