Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Desford

at  Forterra Building Products Ltd

We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognizable brands such as Thermalite blocks, London Brick, Ecostock, Cradley, Formpave and Jetfloor, Bison Precast.
Our product range comprises of clay bricks, Thermalite blocks, aggregate blocks, Red Bank chimney, roofing and flue systems, precast concrete and flooring products and Formpave permeable paving.
Forterra represents exactly what we do and have always done. Our purpose is to manufacture products that are the essential to the nation’s construction sector, helping our customers build with ease and confidence. Moreover, we continue to lead our industry in terms of standards and safety.
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Desford team in the position of Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer.
The Successful candidate will be part of the site maintenance team, active in both electrical and mechanical maintenance activities. As a multi-skilled engineer, you are responsible for rectifying all mechanical malfunctions / breakdowns in a safe manner, to ensure the continuity and productivity of the plant. The role will require 100% commitment to a zero-tolerance safety and continuous improvement culture.

Your duties would include but not limited to the following;

• Maintenance reporting through CMMS system.
• Breakdown Reporting through MBR’S.
• Completion of TPM/PPM activities.
• To constantly monitor each stage of the process.
• Ensure correct spare parts are fitted to operate safely.
• Rectify all stoppages/malfunctions requesting support when appropriate.
• Adherence to site PPE policy.
• Ensure all housekeeping duties are carried out as and when required.
• Report all irregularities/health & safety issues to plant management team.
• Adherence to site LOTOTO procedure.
• As part of a small team you will work on your own initiative taking decisions as the need arises, this will include all possible electrical repairs and continuous improvement activities.
• You will need a good working knowledge of PLC’s and all associated controlled automated equipment and be a competent in fault diagnosis on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Fault diagnosis and repairs.
• Most of the plant will contain HMI display screens. It will be part of your job function to understand the systems operation and relate it to Electrical/mechanical faults.
• Standard modern control systems will be used throughout the plant including inverters, and most types of sensors (both analogue and digital), and safety devices. It will be part of your job function to understand the systems operation and relate it to Electrical/Mechanical faults.
• Some specialist training maybe required which could involve stopping away from home.
• Ensuring all safety standards are adhered to at all times.
• Compliance with all health safety and environmental regulations.
• Ensure that PPE issued is kept and maintained in good condition.
• Other duties as delegated by management.

About You;

• The job requires formal education or qualification, and the role does require proof of a level of attainment in a mechanical maintenance field.
• Training Requirements
• Company online Induction
• Timed served apprenticeship
• Welding, burning and cutting

• Maintenance reporting through CMMS system.
• Breakdown Reporting through MBR’S.
• Completion of TPM/PPM activities.
• To constantly monitor each stage of the process.
• Ensure correct spare parts are fitted to operate safely.
• Rectify all stoppages/malfunctions requesting support when appropriate.
• Adherence to site PPE policy.
• Ensure all housekeeping duties are carried out as and when required.
• Report all irregularities/health & safety issues to plant management team.
• Adherence to site LOTOTO procedure.
• As part of a small team you will work on your own initiative taking decisions as the need arises, this will include all possible electrical repairs and continuous improvement activities.
• You will need a good working knowledge of PLC’s and all associated controlled automated equipment and be a competent in fault diagnosis on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Fault diagnosis and repairs.
• Most of the plant will contain HMI display screens. It will be part of your job function to understand the systems operation and relate it to Electrical/mechanical faults.
• Standard modern control systems will be used throughout the plant including inverters, and most types of sensors (both analogue and digital), and safety devices. It will be part of your job function to understand the systems operation and relate it to Electrical/Mechanical faults.
• Some specialist training maybe required which could involve stopping away from home.
• Ensuring all safety standards are adhered to at all times.
• Compliance with all health safety and environmental regulations.
• Ensure that PPE issued is kept and maintained in good condition.
• Other duties as delegated by management