Mechanical Engineer

Are you a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a new career in Dudley with one of the largest Precision Tube Manufacturers in the UK?
If yes, we want to hear from you!

Annual Salary: £40,603 incl shift allowance
Weekly Hours: 06.00 - 14.00 / 14.00 - 22.00 (rotating) early finish Fridays.

Company Benefits:

• 23 days holiday & 8 public holidays
• Death in Service
• Company Pension Scheme
• Medicash - Health cash plan

JOB SCOPE AND AIMS
Key duties revolve around installation of mechanical components on machines.
Maintenance of machines as well as troubleshooting and repairs whenever there is a breakdown.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule and undertake periodic maintenance on all equipment, components, and installations.
• Provide prompt response to enquiries whenever there is a breakdown and resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
• Ensure that equipment is in good working order to prevent disruption of activities.
• Installation of fresh mechanical and electrical components and fittings.
• Recommend replacement for old or faulty components or fittings to the management.
• Assist in forecasting requirements.
• Keep record of all stock and supplies, including company's equipment.
• Working in collaboration with the production team to formulate the best cost-effective manufacturing process.
• Perform energy audit and recommend alternative sources of energy.
• Help the organisation to reduce energy costs.
• Ensure that all mechanical/electrical gadgets and instruments are switched off after close of work daily.
• Fix and maintain lighting fixtures and fittings.
• Troubleshoot machine breakdowns and provide preventive maintenance services.
• Learn new skills and attend training programs to increase knowledge of trends and best practices in the industry.
• Provide safe working environment for members of staff, and ensure electricity induced accidents and mishaps are prevented.
• Take steps to prevent fire outbreaks by making appropriate recommendations to management.
• Purchase fittings and components or supervise the staff charged with the responsibility.
• Supervise maintenance works when new projects are undertaken.
• Supervise and/or support contractor control onsite.
• Support the company in increasing profitability by managing resources efficiently and making necessary recommendations.

SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

• Attainments Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with a C grade pass in Maths and English.
• Maintenance Certification
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Special Aptitudes Ability to comprehend and adhere to health and safety regulations and standards.
• Ability to anticipate problems and quickly find solutions to them.
• Ability to analyse situations and provide prompt solutions to challenges.
• Someone who can generate innovative ideas and techniques easily.
• A person who can single-handedly and efficiently perform mechanical installations.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Must be computer literate.
• Good level of interpersonal skills
• Good planning, organising and prioritising skills.
• Ability to make decisions and use initiative.
• Ability to implement and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• High level of honesty and integrity.

Please click APPLY now for this great opportunity as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer!