Maintenance Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on production equipment, including block moulders, pre-expanders, hotwire cutters, conveyors, compressors, and hydraulic systems.
• Carry out reactive maintenance promptly to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production.
• Conduct regular facility inspections, including but not limited to cooling tower, boiler, compressed air systems, and general plant infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using the site's maintenance management system.
• Identify and report potential equipment failures or safety issues, recommending corrective actions where necessary.
• Assist with machine upgrades, installations, and modifications as required.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with site safety policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled).
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably in plastics, foam, or a similar process industry.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, with experience in electrical fault-finding and basic repairs.
• Familiarity with boiler systems, cooling towers, and industrial utilities is highly desirable.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Capable of working independently or as part of a team, with a proactive and problem-solving approach.