Engineering Technician - Greenford, London, Ensure efficient and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment per manufacturer guidelines and the PPM system. Continuous Improvement focus directed by the Engineering Manager and CI Manager. Minimize downtime and disturbances to optimize productivity and costs. Accurately log completed jobs in the bespoke system. Participate in in-house training.
About Belazu
This is a lovely opportunity to join a business with an impressive set of accreditations, from B Corp status to gold standard Investors in People and newly recognised in 2024 as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work. We are a diverse team with a shared set of professional goals and social values that drive a hugely satisfying working experience. Belazu has been a pioneer of supplying high quality, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean Ingredients within the UK’s Foodservice for over 30 years. We are an innovative leader in our field, with an energetic and high performing working culture. We have ambitious plans to grow over the next 5 years and take great pride in the values that form the spine of our business.
What the day job looks like:
In this full-time role as an Engineering Technician, working alongside the Engineering team, you will be responsible for:
* Achieve all KPIs and annual goals set, including objectives
* Working to develop the performance and understanding of Junior Engineers
* Contributing to engineering shift responsibilities
* Working alongside Engineering and Continuous Inprovement Managers to drive a GOLD standard operation, with Six Sigma, 5 S's, LEAN principles
* Duty building closure
This role will suit you if:
* You have strong communication skills and experience in maintaining electrical and mechanical equipment, with a solid understanding of pneumatics.
* You are experienced in Engineering within the Manufacturing FMCG sector, particularly in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
* You are computer literate with experience in Microsoft Office, and you are committed to ongoing training and development.
* You can work independently, manage your time effectively, and demonstrate resilience in carrying out tasks.
* You have experience in CI practice - associated accreditations will be a bonus!
This role may not be for you if:
* You prefer working without the need for strict adherence to company procedures and policies, including Health & Safety and Food Safety protocols.
* You are uncomfortable with a hands-on approach or working independently when required.
* You struggle with time management, reliability, punctuality, or working effectively as part of a team.
What’s in it for you?
* 33 days annual (including 8 public holidays) per annum
* Auto-Enrolment Pension, plus an enhanced pension option
* Discretionary annual bonus scheme
* Learning and development opportunities
* Life assurance from day one
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee benefits portal with retail discounts, EAP and GP services and financial support tools
* Volunteer days
* Free parking on site
* Up to 40% discount on Company products
* Socials and internal awards
* Subsidised Canteen
Terms
* 40 hrs/week i.e. 06:00 - 14:30 & 14:00 – 22:30 Mon-Fri, some overtime and call out.
* Probationary period 3 months
* Annual salary review (our ‘movers and shakers’ are always rewarded)
* 10% KPI related bonus based around challenging but achievable tasks related to the role
You will need to be within easy commute to the office (45-min door to door commute times will only be considered)
Thanks for reading our job advert. We do our very best to bring to life what it’s like working as part of our team. Diverse teams really are the best teams. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves at work and develop their talents to the full. All colleagues are expected to take personal responsibility for keeping our workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying - a place where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully.
We also know that sometimes some candidates may be put off applying for a job unless they think they can tick every box. If you are really excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren’t sure if you are 100% there yet… go on… why not give it a whirl? Good luck!