With a turnover of €3 billion in, RUBIX is the largest supplier of industrial maintenance & distribution network in Europe. Present in 23 countries with more than employees.
Knowlton & Newman are part of the Rubix Group. We are a well-established 24/7 electrical and mechanical engineering services Company. We have a wide customer base and typically repair, overhaul and install pumps, motors and gearboxes.
Job Purpose / Summary
To supervise and co-ordinate the smooth logistical operation of the Workshop and ensure that all related jobs are carried out efficiently and safely and that all employees and you follow the K&N Company process and standard protocols. The management of communication and maintenance of accurate records and data on Emir is all imperative and to be followed at all times.
Responsibilities:
* Supervision of the KNM workshop.
* Supervision of all staff / welfare when working or in and around workshop.
* Oversee / accept and book in deliveries and organise deliveries.
* Full liaison with the K&N administration team.
* To work closely with Project Managers with regards to any needs for machining, repairs or workshop related work requirements to assist in the site work progress / completion.
* Assist and control with health & safety Management (all PAT testing, all insurance, Allianz, ESS, tag certs etc for the workshop).
* Maintain all vehicles – control and supervision of vehicle check sheets - keep the fleet on the road.
* Supervision and control of all COSHH / data sheets as required in workshop.
* Electronic file management as above.
* Use of the Emir system on all jobs process flow – all have job numbers associated – TBQ - evaluation, WIP, completed ready to invoice – liaise with admin.
* Ensure all photos are taken on all jobs are saved in relevant drives on Emir along with the K&N administration team.
* Oversee the maintenance of all tooling and equipment in the workshop and for sitework.
* Update, review and control of workshop asset list.
* Compiling, modifying and maintaining Knowlton & Newman paperwork systems (in liaison with Maidstone management & HR).
* Supervision of Engineers when in workshop, welfare and workload.
* Organises daily operations and liaise with Project Managers. Making sure all parts, tools and equipment are ready for Engineers on all jobs.
* Oversee and supervise the use of vehicles scheduling daily (liaise weekly).
* Use of forklift truck when required and daily safety checks and maintenance.
* Follow all health and safety procedures and wear the correct PPE at all times.
* Attend weekly management meetings and weekly WIP report meetings.
* Close supervision and inform / discuss with the KNM Manager with regards to Workshop Fitter’s workload and weekly tasks.
* To maintain a clean, tidy and safe workshop at all times.
* Organisation of deliveries to customers locations and collections when required from suppliers and / or customers.
* At the end of each day make sure workshop is left clean and tidy, and all equipment and RAMS required the next day to be ready for Engineers.
* Lead by example in all aspects of your work and in terms of respect for your colleagues.
* Manage unexpected occurrences by taking appropriate action, particularly in emergency situations.
* Control and supervise fire alarm procedures, roll calls and all tests.
* Carry out the monthly H&S inspections in the workshop.
* Carry out any other reasonable request from the management team in line with workload and necessary requirements to complete all work, site or workshop safely and in line with company / client expectations requirements.
* Provide accurate assessments of works, and labour requirements to undertake remedial repairs.
* Oversee & provide correct identification of components on repair jobs.
* Building reports and providing summaries of equipment failings on customer equipment.
* Reporting of near misses / hazards.
* Ensure works are completed to budgeted labour requirements.
* Work a reasonable amount of overtime as required.