Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) Fochabers, Scotland
Job description
Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) – Mosstodloch Sawmill
James Jones & Sons Ltd is a 5th generation family-owned company, established over 170 years ago and has developed into one of the largest timber processing groups in the UK and widely regarded as leading on sustainability. The Group comprises 3 trading arms in the UK; Sawmilling, Engineered Timber Products and Pallets. With a turnover of c£600m the business has grown both organically and through acquisition. In 2022, we purchased 60% equity in Mayflower Enterprises Pty Ltd (“MEPL”), the holding company for Hyne Timber and XLam, with operations in Australia and New Zealand.
We continue to embrace the same values as those exemplified by our founder, James Jones: to set and maintain the highest standards of quality and service. We pride ourselves on being a responsible employer, providing long term and rewarding employment to 1,300 people across our 25 sites in the UK and a further 800 people in Australia.
The role –
We are looking for an Engineer/Multi-skilled Engineer to join our maintenance team working the following shift pattern:4 day rotating, 44 hrs per week.
The main purpose of this role is to provide front line engineering support to the manufacturing operations and ensure that the plant runs effectively and efficiently.
You will carry out planned maintenance inspections; continually overhaul equipment, monitor plant conditions and report defects. Working as part of the maintenance team you will be involved in preventative maintenance, fault finding and breakdowns as required. You are expected to follow all health, safety, quality and engineering procedures.
Key skills and experience –
You should be able to demonstrate the following:
· A proven track record and experience of a similar role within an engineering environment.
· Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical control systems.
· A team player with a strong sense of personal responsibility/ownership and a positive “can do” attitude.
· When required, to actively support the engineering team carrying out multi-skilled tasks.
· Improvising ability under breakdown conditions.
The successful candidates must have the ability to communicate in English as well as comprehend written instructions. Previous work experience in a factory environment would be beneficial. A driving license is essential.
Remuneration and Benefits –
Competitive hourly rate, 33 days Annual Leave, Company Pension scheme and Life insurance.
You will have access to our employee assistance programme (Help@hand) offering health and wellbeing support with:
· Mental health support: Access to therapists when it’s needed most and typically delivered via video consultation or occasionally face to face.
· Physiotherapy: A network of physiotherapists with treatment plans usually delivered via video consultation or occasionally face to face. Up to 8 sessions to help get you back to fitness
· Life, money and wellbeing support: Advice on a range of life and work issues, including financial, legal and family concerns, plus a confidential 24/7 helpline.
· Wellbeing Calendar: Packed with resources including podcasts, webinars, awareness dates and support tools.
· Remote GPs: Video consultations that last up to 20 minutes. Aiming to get you seen by UK-based doctors anytime, day or night.
· Medical second opinions: Access to UK-based private consultants following a final diagnosis.
· Discounts: From some of the top brands – M&S, Asda Sainsbury, B&Q, Airbnb, Sports Direct, Currys, Apple, ASOS, Samsung, H&M, Just Eat and many more.
Application and recruitment process -
Please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you think you would be a good fit for the role to Juels Larsen, Office Administrator, James Jones and Sons Limited, Mosstodloch, Garmouth Road, Fochabers, IV32 7LH or E-mail [email protected]
Applicants must be able to provide eligibility to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship.
Closing date for applications is 15 September 2023.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 15/09/2023
Reference ID: Maintenance Engineer/Moss/Aug 23
