Providing day to day maintenance support to ensure all plant and machinery are maintained to a high standard, to enable the safe and efficient running of the manufacturing operation. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Ensure safe working practices are always observed to minimise risks to personnel with production areas Ensure that scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance are completed for all major items of plant equipment Support management processes for the maintenance programme Ensure that all documentation required for quality, health and safety and environment is completed satisfactorily In conjunction with the Technical Engineering Director and Management, provide assistance by collating specifications for any new or modified equipment To work with Siemens PLC's, motors and drives To be able to interpret drawings and technical manuals Ensure all waste is correctly segregated and disposed of in the appropriate waste container Awareness and adherence to the Company’s, Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental Policies and Procedures Strict adherence of the Company Hygiene Policy and Procedure EXPERIENCE: Good knowledge of electrical maintenance and operation of all factory machines Good practical mechanical / electrical ability Ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimum supervision Commitment to product, quality and safety Be positive, flexible and hard-working QUALIFICATIONS: 18th edition City and Guilds Level 3 9320 (Maintenance and Operations Technician) OR City and Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Technology Installation (Building and structures) 2330 NVQ Level 3 or advanced apprenticeship JIB card or CSCS card equivalent 40 hours per week, working Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 4:30pm (these hours include ½ hour unpaid lunch) £50,000 - £52,000