Job Vacancy Details
Mechanical/Electrical Availability Engineer
Manufacturing
Essex
Permanent ⁄ £40000 - £50000
Updated November 11, 2008
TARMAC is a leading supplier of materials, products and services used by the construction industry. Since 2000 they have been part of Anglo American PLC - one of the worlds largest mining and natural resource companies.
We are looking for an 'Availability Engineer' to supervise a team of multi-skilled tradesmen within one of our Aircrete manufacturing plants based in Linford Essex. Both electrical and mechanical engineers are invited to apply and will be considered for the role.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Availability Engineer's primary responsibility is to ensure all plant and equipment is maintained using current best practise in order to ensure site manufacturing targets are met in a cost effective and safe manner.
Responsible for;
• Managing a team of 10 shift tradesmen, ensuring all professional standards are maintained in line with both legal and corporate expectations.
• Ensuring the CMMS is fully utilised and all maintenance tasks are undertaken in accordance with company safety policy and completed in a timely, cost effective and professional manner.
• Being the primary point of contact for the site for any issue falling within the scope of maintenance and operation of plant.
• Attending site to supervise engineering staff and contractors as and when required during scheduled maintenance periods on an equal rota basis with your peers.
• Being available for callout on a similar rota basis for the purpose of managing/assisting in the resolution of major plant breakdowns or issues which arise outside of normal working hours.
Who we're looking for
Mechanical
• Working knowledge of boilers/autoclaves and steam systems.
• In depth knowledge of all aspects of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Bulk materials handling, storage and processing (Milling / Pumping)
• Able to find & rectify complex faults using initiative to source solutions. Working knowledge of electrical controls
Electrical
• In depth knowledge of all aspects of electrical instrumentation and controls.
• Good working knowledge of PLC`s (Siemens S5/7.)
• Able to find & rectify complex faults using initiative to source solutions.
• Working knowledge of robotics and associated controls.
• Function and construction of safety systems (bus and PLC)
• An understanding of SCADA and HMI systems.
About our client
TARMAC
What's on offer
£40,000 - £45,000 + Excellent Benefits
Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on +44 (0) 20 7831 2000.
Job Ref: 13008352
Your application will be sent to Paul Coles.
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