Maintenance Technician

Join Keelings! You will be part of a passionate team of people and a growing business. Come on the journey with us where you will grow and develop and truly feel a sense of belonging. At Keelings, we don't just grow quality fresh produce, we also nurture people and their professional development. The Keelings family always employ the best people for the job, the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ.

Our Strategic Priorities

Better Food - We make our products better and inspire more people to enjoy produce.

People - We support our people to learn, be at their best, contribute and deliver on their commitments, using One Keelings' standards.

Better Ways - Every year we improve our competitiveness, efficiency and delivery through insight, technology and One Keelings.

Better World - We improve our environmental and social impact to make a positive difference in our world.

Partnerships - Working with Keelings creates value and long-term relationships with our customers & suppliers.

Growth - We invest in and deliver insight led, focused, profitable growth into the future.

Keelings Values

People Matter - We support and treat each other in a clear, fair and respectful way. We all learn, develop and encourage everyone to contribute

Teamwork - We inspire and help each other to deliver our ambitions together as One Keelings

Integrity - We do the right thing and deliver on our commitments

Passion for Achievement - We motivate ourselves and each other to achieve our ambitions with energy, knowledge and courage. We are always striving to be better.

Purpose of the Role :

Maintenance Technician is responsible for the executing, monitoring and recording of the maintenance breakdowns and breakdown follow ups.

Main Responsibilities

Responsible for delivering a high-quality maintenance service to production, must ensure that maintenance works efficiently, effectively, safely and in line with the maintenance strategy

Execution of the preventive maintenance & Condition Based program

Providing maintenance support, entering data, updating equipment records, produce performance reports & participating in continuous improvement follow up

Electrical & Mechanical troubleshooting

Electro-mechanical repairs to high-speed, PLC-controlled plant, handling and packaging equipment, also pneumatic & hydraulic control systems

Technical support for the plant facilities and services, including compressed air, refrigeration & steam.

Perform PM routines / Regular Maintenance.

Closely monitor line & machine performance and intervene online as soon as any deterioration in performance occurs

Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment installations & modifications

Update the maintenance management system (CMMS), recording all changes, store transactions made & work carried out

Troubleshooting using PLC Programs

Responsible for completion of planned work, daily shift input of all works onto CMMS, parts booked out of stores and control of breakdowns

Must adhere to a callout Rota system as per company policy

A suitable qualification in an electrical, instrumentation engineering discipline a distinct advantage.

Strong fault finding / problem solving skills essential.

Good reporting skills essential.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to take lead on maintenance issues and to work independently or as a team member.

Be flexible in respect of shift changes and to participate in the maintenance procedure as required.

Responds positively to changing circumstances and priorities.

Proven track record in your current role is essential.

The role is varied where both electrical and mechanical skills are required. Candidates who can show an aptitude and ability in both disciplines will have a distinct advantage

Key Skills & Knowledge

Possess electrical maintenance experience and / or qualifications.

Excellent awareness and experience in relation to Quality, Health, and Safety

Be familiar with planned preventative maintenance

Experienced in fault finding and problem solving

Comprehensive Knowledge of high-speed mechanical systems, electrical systems, automation, and PLC control systems

Knowledge and experience in Maintenance strategy, Maintenance organisation and systems

Education & Qualifications :

Possess relevant trade qualification Electrical Qualification Required

Minimum 3 years' experience in similar role in regulated manufacturing environment (Post Apprenticeship)

Recruitment Process

1. CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt

2. Phone Screening

3. 1st Interview

4. 2nd Interview

5. Outcome & Feedback

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require reasonable accommodation in submitting your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please contact recruitment_keelings@keelings.com

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