Maintenance Engineer

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer

  • Job Reference: KYM200823
  • Job Title: Maintenance Engineer
  • Salary: Very competitive with generous shift premium
  • Based: Londonderry


Maintenance Engineer

VANRATH are working with a global company who have an opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join their experienced design and manufacturing team.

What's in it for you?

  • Salary: Generous and negotiable
  • Generous Shift Premium
  • Bonus
  • Life Assurance
  • Generous holiday allowance


About your next employer

Working with some of the largest and most prestige pharmaceutical companies in the world, the client has 70 years experience in the design and manufacturing of packaging for the medical device and pharmaceutical industry. They have a world wide client base due to their years of providing the highest quality products.

About you

  • Ideally completed electrical apprenticeship with Level 3 qualification in engineering
  • At least three years post-apprenticeship experience with a multi-skilled bias.
  • Proficient in PLCs, Pneumatics, control systems, and basic building maintenance.
  • Ability to work shifts



What you'll do

  • Safety Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to safe working practices, including the use of PPE, and ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures, work instructions, and related documentation.
  • Health & Safety Advocacy: Actively contribute to promoting a safe work environment by following all Health & Safety policies and encouraging safe behaviors and systems of work.
  • Machine Maintenance: Handle repairs and breakdowns of material converting machines, addressing both electrical and mechanical issues while maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Preventative Maintenance: Conduct regular preventative maintenance tasks in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and scheduled work plans.
  • Inventory Management: Manage stores inventory effectively, utilising systems to maintain optimal stock levels.
  • Continuous Improvement: Lead and contribute to continuous improvement projects that align with company goals and objectives, particularly in relation to CTO (Cost to Order).
  • Project Leadership & Training: Take initiative in leading projects, training other team members, and being part of a world-class team of technicians.
  • Skill Development: Embrace opportunities to learn new processes and complete necessary training to grow within the organisation.
  • Additional Duties: Perform other assigned tasks, including participation in special projects as identified.


For more details on this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact Karl Yellop at karl.yellop@vanrath.com for a confidential conversation.

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