Maintenance Engineer
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of work: 38 hours per week
Location: James Hall & Co. Bowland View, Preston, PR2 5QT
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Based at our state-of-the-art head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplier and distributor to over 450 SPAR stores.
We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 4000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion, enterprise, and family every single day.
About the Role
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic engineer seeking a challenging yet rewarding hands-on role to join our Maintenance Department at our depot in Preston as well as supporting our four other manufacturing sites in Lancashire.
Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing
In this varied role, you will be tasked with executing planned maintenance and proficiently identifying and resolving faults on machinery and systems. Your responsibilities will also extend to-
1. Complete all documentation (paper or electronically) required for technical standards, audits, engineering records, machine history and data, inclusive of stock control.
2. Full understanding and compliance with company requirements regarding health and safety, personal and food hygiene.
3. Supporting other engineers and working as a team as required in day-to-day operations.
4. To respond to callouts and cover breakdowns and emergencies as required, as part of a 24/7 – 365 days a year shared rota.
A Few Things About You
5. Conversant with Food Manufacturing, Bakery, and Process Machinery.
6. Ability to multitask with strong organizational skills.
7. Proficient in reading schematic drawings.
8. Flexible and open-minded approach to working times.
9. Ideally, a multi-skilled engineer with a minimum apprenticeship in either mechanical or electrical engineering.
10. Knowledge and competency working within a manufacturing environment.
11. Possess basic IT skills to function Microsoft Office 365.
Requirements for the role
12. Level 3 City & Guilds Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
13. Valid clean UK driving licence.
Why us?
James Hall & Co. Ltd. have one simple vison: to still be in business in another 50 years!
To make this vision possible we need the best talent to join us on our journey. We are a family company and believe that if we look after our people, they will look after us.
Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd.
Loyalty award – From day one you will receive £0.25p per hour for every hour you work. You will then receive this as a lump sum on the pay period after your 12 month anniversary.
Company Doctor – We care about the health and wellbeing of our people. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with the ability to book appointments directly.
Free On-site Parking - You don’t have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts a secure car park with over 1000 spaces.
Holidays – Everyone needs a break so as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd. you will receive our enhanced holiday package of 22 days holidays per year plus bank holidays (unless otherwise stated). Holiday entitlement increases with continuous service every two years
Learning & Development – We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications.
Grocery Aid – We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other fantastic services to support you when you need it.
We also offer staff discount, cycle to work scheme and our famous Christmas Hamper!
Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
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