Maintenance Engineer

AluK International is a global leader in the design and engineering of aluminium window, door and curtain walling systems. With more than 60 years of expertise and operations in major countries around the globe, our façade systems have been specified for many of the world’s most advanced and prestigious buildings.

With its 8 business units serving over 50 countries worldwide, AluK remains a family-owned business with strong European roots that aspires to achieve sustainable growth through product innovation, technical expertise and leadership, and expand into new markets.

Our long heritage of family-run businesses means we believe in a local approach, bringing AluK closer to our clients through expert service and support tailored to each market.

Through accredited testing facilities and in-house research and development, we ensure our products offer high-performance solutions and exceed many industry standards.

For each market in which it operates, AluK research and develops product ranges that meet the needs of the local market. AluK systems are suitable for both renovations and the construction of new buildings in all sectors - from commercial to industrial, from residential to public.

Position:

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting directly into the Maintenance team leader, the Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for the site and all of its maintenance to ensure production is continually provided. On occasions where issues cannot be resolved internally, the Maintenance Engineer will assist with external suppliers to resolve issues in a timely manner.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES

• Undertaking routine and preventative maintenance/mechanical settings and fault diagnosis across all the facility and systems, some major items including;

• Vertical powder paint line;
• Semi – automated packing (tapping & spiral wrap) lines;
• Paint line conveyor/track;
• Spray guns reciprocator;
• A range of liquid pumps, valves and heating elements in pre-treatment and waste water treatment plant; and
• Polyamide rolling lines and packing machines.

• Ensuring that all maintenance operations are completed in accordance with company policy and relevant legislation;
• Ensuring all plant machines and equipment function in line with HSE Legislation, ISO Legislation and Water Services Regulations;
• Undertaking and maintaining a preventative maintenance programme (PPM) and;
• Taking a proactive approach to providing improvements resulting in minimising downtime and optimising production;
• Liaising with and assist internal staff where required, promptly and in a professional manner;
• Ensuring a customer centric focus within all areas of operational activities, and that effective relationships are maintained with key client contacts;
• Attending training when required;
• Undertaking any other duties that may be reasonably requested.

Requirements:

Knowledge & Experience

• Previous experience of working in a similar role;
• Appropriate technical qualification, i.e. NVQ/City & Guilds /HNC including a recognised trade specific apprenticeship;
• Proven experience of being a competent mechanical / electrical fitter;
• Capable of using a range of software diagnostic tools (PLCs/maintenance software) to identify faults and take appropriate action;
• Mechanical fabrication skills would be desirable;
• Proven experience of working in an organised and structured way;
• Previous experience of working in a fast growing company; and
• Excellent level of IT literacy.
• An understanding of pneumatic / mechanical control systems;
• An understanding of electro / mechanical control systems;

Skills & Attributes

• Enthusiastic with a positive attitude;
• Able to work unsupervised;
• Self-motivated with an aptitude for fault finding and problem solving;
• Strong communicator with excellent organisational and time management skills;
• Ability to think clearly, analyse data and present accurately; and
• Ability to work flexibly and proactively.

Other information:

BENEFITS

• Starting salary of £30,000 + shift allowance
• 30 Days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Free onsite car parking
• Company pension scheme
• Employee support programme
• Non-contractual company bonus (eligibility applies)
• Employee events, discounts at high street retailers and much more