Engineer (mechanical-bias)

Job Details

Role: Engineer (mechanical-bias)
Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm (occasional overtime)
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Outskirts of Maidstone

My client, an internationally leading manufacturing company based near Maidstone, is looking for a mechanically-biased Engineer to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive company that provides guidance and a long-term progression pathway.

Role Overview

As an Engineer, you are responsible for ensuring that all site lubrication activities are carried out effectively to support plant reliability and prevent equipment failure. The role involves following and maintaining lubrication schedules, monitoring oil and grease systems, and working closely with the Reliability Engineer to drive preventative maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and minimise any oil losses, keeping accurate records of what oils are topped up and where
• Be the owner of the lubrication schedule and work to it as closely as practical, providing feedback and recommending modifications
• Ensure clean lubrication systems, including pump sets, pipework, and tanks, to control contamination and aid quick identification of leaks or problems
• Undertake risk assessments (RA) and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) assessments for engineering work
• Lead a team of contractors on planned shutdown days to assist with completion of schedules
• Ensure all automated systems for oil and grease remain topped up with appropriate lubricant
• Use SAP and other reporting tools to report defects, lubrication schedule progress, stock inventory checks and oil consumption records
• Ensure appropriate labelling and documentation control of lubricants used on site, including labelling of tanks, drums, transport containers and relevant COSHH data

Ideal Candidate

• Mechanical engineering experience desirable (training/development offered)
• Previous lubrication experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment desirable
• Good knowledge of bearings and hydraulics
• Understanding of why preventative maintenance and condition-based monitoring are important
• Good communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Team player, but also confident to work individually when necessary

Benefits

On top of a competitive base salary, you will also receive an enhanced company pension, holiday allowance, and other benefits, including full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen).

How to Apply

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