SWORD Engineering Ltd are recycling industry specialists working for some of the largest Waste Management Companies in the UK. Also working in the packaging industry and local council depots, work is varied and interesting. Due to continued success and growth, an exciting opportunity for an experienced Multi-skilled Engineer has arisen in our dedicated engineering team based in Wem, Shropshire. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate and offers both personal and professional growth potential.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
This is an exciting and varied role. As a multi-skilled engineer, you will be required to install, diagnose breakdowns, and carry out repairs and maintenance at customer's sites, routine planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of recycling machinery, removal and relocation of heavy plant machinery, and assist with plant overhauls. You will be involved in the manufacture, installation, and commissioning of all types of recycling machinery and equipment.
* Working on conveyors, trommels, balers, and other recycling equipment
* Fitting of gearboxes, bearings, roller changes, housing, and seals
* Installation of plant and machinery, maintenance platforms, walkways, and guards
* Welding and fabricating when required
You will be both workshop and site-based nationally and therefore must be prepared to work away from home and weekends, sometimes at short notice. A Full UK Driving License is therefore essential.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
The right candidate must have a hands-on approach with a background in mechanical/electrical/hydraulic engineering along with welding experience.
THE CANDIDATE:
Must have a minimum of 5 years proven experience (ideally within the recycling industry) in carrying out mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical diagnosis and repairs on a variety of plant machinery - knowledge of paper balers, conveyors, shredders, motors, gearboxes, mechanical drives, industrial hydraulics, etc. is essential. You will be skilled in reading electrical and hydraulic circuit drawings and have experience of wiring electrical control panels.
* Carry out all fabrication stages from receipt of drawing to completion of job including interpreting technical drawings, marking out, cutting, tacking, and welding tolerances.
* Co-operate with members of the team to ensure works are completed within target time scales.
* Act professionally and responsibly while representing the company.
* Follow company quality procedures at all times, completing all quality documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
* Hold a recognised time-served apprenticeship including City & Guilds, BTEC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
* Metal Fabrication and Welding MMA and MIG experience essential together with the ability to meticulously interpret engineering drawings.
* Excellent fault finding and diagnosis experience on heavy plant equipment, motors, drives, etc.
* An up-to-date working knowledge of health, safety, and environmental procedures is essential.
* Possess a professional and flexible attitude with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
* Working knowledge of, and the ability to interrogate/fault find Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
* Experienced Banksman Slinger/Signaller highly desirable.
* Fork lift truck and IPAF licenses are highly desirable.
* 18th Edition Electrical and knowledge of electrical systems, highly desirable.
HOURS & BENEFITS: 30 days annual leave inclusive of statutory holidays, increasing to 32 days after 12 months service, pension scheme.
Our motto: We all work hard at SWORD Engineering, we all play hard! If you have the necessary skills, a great work ethic, and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
SWORD Engineering roles are not open to recruitment agencies, please do not contact us about vacancies or send speculative CV’s as they will not be accepted!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £20.00-£25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 37.5 per week
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* Overtime
* Weekend availability
Experience:
* Mechanical engineering: 5 years (preferred)
* Electrical engineering: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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