Maintenance Engineer (Two Positions)

This is a truly unique opportunity to join an established organization.  The Engineer will join a small well-established team to provide the planned and unplanned maintenance support for all assets, equipment and mechanical systems associated with the organization



Applications from suitably qualified ex-military personnel (Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Marines) will relevant for this position but other qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.



Key Tasks and Responsibilities



The post holder will work within the engineering team whilst providing technical support to the Engineering Manager and operational support as required, ensuring that work is completed with minimal disruption to the service provided and in a timely/cost effective manner.



Managing the planned and unplanned maintenance works, in particular for:



Mechanical Operating Systems including Hydraulics



Diagnosing faults in a timely manner and formulating solutions



Assistance in the procurement of spares ensuring provisions are in place for all breakdowns



Reporting of all breakdowns/defects/anomalies to line manager in a timely manner



Essential Skillset



Educated to City & Guilds or equivalent in Mechanical Installation and/or Maintenance



Experience in working with hydraulic systems



Previous technical and hands on experience in similar role



To have an understanding of the Health & Safety at Work Act



Planned maintenance experience



Ability to work alone as well as in a team and exercise own initiative



Full UK driving licence



Desirable Skillset



Experience with marine electrical systems



Experience working in a marine environment



Ability to drive processes



Fault diagnosis



The ideal candidate will be a team player and have a proactive and flexible approach in the workplace.  The Engineer is required to participate in an out of hours emergency call-out system.



You will receive an excellent package commensurate with your experience and the opportunity for career development within the organization.



Interested applicants will be expected to complete and return by email a simple application form to which CVs must be pasted