Job description

Job Introduction

We are looking for a Engineering Technician to work at our Reach Print Site in Glasgow. You will be responsible for installation, maintenance and commissioning of all plant equipment and machinery.

So, who are we?
We are Reach Plc, you might not have heard of us but we have probably met without you even realising it. We are home to the UK and Ireland’s most iconic digital platforms, magazines and newspapers. From the Mirror, Daily Express and OK!, to our regional titles such as the Liverpool Echo, BirminghamLive and the Manchester Evening News (plus lots more), our brands and the stories we cover are as varied as our people. We help all kinds of people share experiences through our stories because we believe this is what makes us human.

Oh, and we should probably also mention that with a monthly readership of 47 million people, Reach is the largest commercial publisher in the UK. At Reach, not only will you feel better understood, you will also feel you understand other people better too.

Key Responsibilities

The plant operates on a 7-day, 24-hours basis and the successful applicant
will be expected to adapt to change and differing technologies and have the ability to solve production problems within a tight timeframe and with
minimum supervision. Candidates should be capable of operating and
maintaining high speed production plant.

Other Duties include:

• Operation of a computerised maintenance management system.

Ensure that all plant, equipment and machinery is utilised to obtain optimum efficiency.

• Install and Maintain all Production equipment and Building Utilities
• Ensure all tasks are performed under RPS (Saltire) Health and Safety Policies and Guidelines.Assist in the training of Engineering Apprentices
• Assist external vendors and contractors as instructed by the Engineering and management Team

The Ideal Candidate

Applicants must be qualified to HNC level or equivalent and have
mechanical/electrical experience in the overhaul, repair and modification of
production plant and machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and
building services. Working knowledge of PLC systems and variable speed
drives would be a distinct advantage.

• Mechanical/electrical experience in the repair and modification of production plant and machinery (essential)
• Pneumatic systems repair and maintenance (essential)
• Building Services experience (desirable)
• Working knowledge of PLC systems and variable speed drives would be a distinct advantage. (desirable)
• Must be able to work as part of a team or solo (essential)

Package Description

We are offering a competitive salary and benefits including;

• Help saving for your retirement - join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%
• 25 days’ holiday per year when you join. After three, five and ten years’ service with Reach, you’ll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Giving back day - an additional day’s leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
• Enhanced family leave - including maternity, paternity and adoption - and you’ll be eligible after just six months’ employment
• Private Healthcare Cash Plan - free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
• As one of the UK’s top 50 Inclusive Employers everyone’s invited to join our events, programmes and networks to celebrate diversity and build an environment where all our people can thrive
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your nearest and dearest
• Awesome career opportunities - you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes
• We are also a member of the 30% Club, a global campaign aimed at increasing gender diversity at board and senior management levels

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £43,444.00-£48,700.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Glasgow, G51 4EA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person