Mechanical Engineer

GreenBest is a dynamic and ambitious manufacturing company that supplies fertilisers and other related products to the amenity turf market (golf courses, football pitches, bowling greens, lawncare and municipal areas) and it is considered one of the most technically proficient firms operating in this market. GreenBest recently became a member of the ICL Group of chemical & fertilizer businesses.

The key to the Company's success within this fast-moving environment is the outstanding technical expertise within the sales and production teams which is coupled with a high level of customer service.

Central to the business is our Production facility – equipped to prepare, manufacture, pack, warehouse, receive & dispatch our full range of materials & products – through a comprehensive set of resources, information, administration, & particularly a full team of people who make it happen.

The Role:

Are you enthusiastic, passionate, and keen to make a difference with a proactive attitude? If this sounds like you; GreenBest is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a solid understanding and a proven track record in preventative and reactive maintenance of buildings, services, and equipment. As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be integral to our operations, ensuring that our facilities run smoothly and safely.

The successful candidate must be based within Somerset and/or within commutable distance to the site in Henstridge.

The Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preventative Maintenance: Proactively identify and address maintenance needs where required.
• Maintenance Execution: Be capable of performing mechanical and electrical fitting/repairs, or modifications
• Contractor Engagement: Liaise with external contractors to ensure quality and efficiency in maintenance tasks and supply of equipment or parts.
• Improvement Projects: Actively participate in the continuous improvement of projects onsite
• Compliance and Safety: Part of the health and safety team, maintaining compliance with safety standards whilst driving change.
• Inventory and Procurement: Maintenance stock inventory Administration, ordering of spare parts for machines and equipment, and source quotes for maintenance supplies.
• Equipment Management: Conduct daily/weekly inspections and maintain and review maintenance check sheets.
• Implementation: Implementation of Improvement standards and tools to drive the business.
• Ensure safe operations and compliance with internal and external safety, environmental, and legislative requirements with hazard identification and risk management.

The Person:

• Strong ability to communicate business and departmental objectives, fostering an informed and engaged team culture with the ability to communicate in detail with people at all levels.
• Support the engagement and interaction with suppliers and Contractors
• Ability to hold a technical discussion as part of improvement projects - Advising whilst providing a Maintenance and Engineering viewpoint
• Ability to communicate and maintain records for improvement projects and planned preventative maintenance

The Requirements:

• Must hold a recognised operational qualification or an apprenticeship in maintenance.
• At least 5 Years of Experience in a Multiskilled Engineering environment
• Ideally hold recognised Safety Qualification with clear awareness of H&S principles within an associated industry.
• Experience of implantation of industry standards for H&S, PPMs, Engineering Record Keeping
• Highly flexible, adaptable, and committed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Henstridge BA8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require employer visa sponsorship?
• What is your current notice period?
• Which documents do you have as proof of your right to work?
• What are your salary expectations?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person