Electrical Maintenance Engineer

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Electrical Maintenance Engineer team in the position of Kings Dyke.

The role is to provide a high standard electrical engineering service to the site, including the maintenance of plant, machinery and services to a safe, reliable and compliant standard, so as to support the achievement of site goals and objectives.

Required to work as part of a small combined production and maintenance team on a 4 on 4 off Days/Night shift pattern shift. The role will require 100% commitment to a zero-tolerance safety culture, incorporating the Golden Rules and LOTOTO principles.

Your duties would include but not limited to the following;
- As part of a small team you will need to work on your own initiative taking decisions as the need arises this will include mechanical repairs.
- You will need a working knowledge of PLC and SCADA operations, their programming and fault diagnosis
- Use OEE, Pirana CMMS systems as primary source of engineering recording, work scheduling and RCA analytics.
- Standard modern control systems will be used through out the plant including inverters, most types of sensors (analogue and digital), and safety devices
- A good understanding of motors their control systems and interfaces, gearboxes, clutches couplings etc will be vital
- To achieve this you will be required to attend training in some specialist areas, this may involve staying away for short periods
- Carry out electrical duties in compliance with current legislation
- Ensuring that a safe standard of housekeeping is maintained at all times
- Carry out periodic inspections according to current legislation
- Compliance with all Health Safety and Environmental Regulations
- To advise the appropriate manager immediately of any electrical defects
- Ensure that PPE issued, is kept and maintained in good condition
- Other duties as delegated by management

About you;
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of working in a factory would be advantageous
- The role holder is expected:_
- to comply with all aspects of the Forterra Compliance Policy
- to ensure that all the business/operations are performed in accordance with instructions and procedures and in such a way so as to prevent any fraudulent activities taking place
- to comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and to observe the requirements of the Company Safety Policy and other relevant legislation
- to update all areas of knowledge as required to carry out the job with maximum effectiveness and to attend training/development courses as and when required
- to comply will all aspects of the HR Policies and Procedures of the Company

About you;
- City & Guilds - Part 1 & 2 - Electrical Installation Work
- City & Guilds - Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment
- NVQ L3 in Electrical Engineering
- HNC in Electrical Engineering or Time served Electrician

About us;
We have an extensive network of 17 manufacturing facilities in the UK, employing approximately 1,800 people.

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 recognisable brands such as Thermalite blocks, London Brick, Ecostock, Cradley, Formpave andJetfloor, 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 industryin terms of standards and safety.

What we can offer you;
- Competitive salary
- Company Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme