Maintenance Engineer

DS Smith is looking for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll play an important part in keeping our manufacturing operation running safely, reliably and efficiently. Working 37.5 hours per week, you’ll be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance, electrical fault finding and repairs, while also supporting the wider engineering team with mechanical breakdowns.

Responsibilities

Responding quickly and effectively to electrical and mechanical breakdowns to minimise production downtime; Carrying out electrical fault finding, diagnostics and repairs across site machinery and equipment; Supporting mechanical maintenance and breakdown activities as part of a multi-skilled engineering team; Completing planned preventative and reactive maintenance activities to a high standard; Identifying recurring faults and contributing to root cause analysis and continuous improvement; Working safely in line with company procedures, risk assessments and relevant legislation; Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities through the site’s maintenance management systems; Working closely with Production and Engineering colleagues to improve equipment reliability and minimise downtime; Supporting engineering improvement projects and equipment upgrades where required; Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, safety and quality within the engineering environment

Requirements

Experienced maintenance engineer with a strong electrical background; Ability to work confidently across both electrical and mechanical systems

Nice to have

Electrical engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent; Proven experience working in a manufacturing, industrial or similar engineering environment; Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills; Good mechanical maintenance and breakdown knowledge; Experience working with industrial machinery and automated equipment; Proactive approach to identifying and resolving problems; Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player; Commitment to health, safety and engineering standards

Benefits

Competitive salary; Qualifying Sick Pay scheme; Pension scheme & Life insurance; Share Save scheme; Income Protection; 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays; Employee Assistance Programme; Virtual GP, Occupational Health & free Flu vaccine; Cycle to Work and shopping discounts