Maintenance Engineer

Job Description

Maintenance EngineerUp to £35,000 DOEOur retained client IMET Alloys design and manufacture custom materials working with titanium and superalloys. They are looking for an experienced front-line and hands-on Maintenance Engineer for their premises based in Livingston. However as expansion occurs this may also involve travel to other sites within the continental US and Europe.They require someone to:- Ensure all plants operate at maximum efficiency, lowest cost highest productivity.- To participate as part of the operational team, ensuring adequate liaison exists and operational plans are met through daily communication and weekly meetings.- To meet the weekly engineering targets set by production requirements and report back on the % completion.- To assist with engineering projects and Liaise with various consultants’ suppliers and contractors ensuring they are brought in on time and on budget.Job activities and principal accountabilities:- Ensure that best practice, is adopted by IMET Alloys on its plant maintenance requirements this will include operating within the guidelines of HSE SEPA, OSHA and NEMA.- Ensure that downtime is kept to a minimum on all process equipment.- Repair modify and or improve equipment as required in compliance with code.- Carry out regular inspections as part of the planned and preventative maintenance programme and liaise with production on suitable times to take equipment out of service for overhaul and repair.- Ensure costs are kept to the lowest possible level, this will involve procuring spares and having inventory on the shelf before equipment fails.- Be actively involved in the weekly planning of production to keep abreast of plant requirements, IMET operate a just in-time service and certain customers need quick turnaround which can impact planning.- To work closely with, Solids and Turnings department supervisors on establishing plant equipment requirements for the company. Make recommendations as required.Major Responsibilities:- Work with the maintenance team members and department managers in developing team objectives and priorities to support the overall business objectives of the company.- Carry out a comprehensive review of the maintenance operation reviewing daily maintenance control functions to identify and implement improvements.- Foster close working relationships with associated departments such as sales planning and logistics as well as business development.- Continually improve maintenance planning and spares control process.- Continuously improve vendor and supplier relationships and manage conflicts.- Identify areas where improvements can be implemented to reflect cost savings or increased production levels.- Take responsibility for controlled substances on site which can include but not be limited to Tungsten Tin Lead Bismuth and various Oils Greases detergents chemicals and compressed gases.- Have an active role in occupational safety and health of employees enforcing safe working practice and the use of personnel protective equipment- Cover emergencies and be available to assist in any accidents and investigations to comply with local and federal codes.- Mentor new employees, providing on the job’ training to existing team members and ensure the team are satisfactorily supported in their day-to-day work activities.Applicant Requirements:Education:- University degree in engineering or equivalent experience in the field- Certificates from college and training records of courses attendedRequired Training / Experience:- Minimum 5 years previous experience in production engineering- Minimum 3 years’ experience in electrical and mechanical fault finding- Experience with all aspects of production and factory repairs and maintenance- Experience of working with computer programs associated with preventive maintenance, PLC and HMI SCADA would be an advantage- Experience with gas fired burners compressed air dust extraction and ventilationRequired knowledge, skills and abilities:- High competency level in use of Microsoft Office (Excel PowerPoint and Word) as a minimum- Familiar with Auto-cad and can read P&ID’s- Excellent English communication skills spoken and written- Strong leadership skills and proven experience in staff development- Hands on approach to all tasks- Ability to take a proactive approach to overcome challenges and achieve results- Proven track record in maintenance engineering fully conversant with modern plant and equipment to include crushing shot blasting size reduction of Nickel and Titanium Alloys using various methods to include plasma Arc Air and gas torch cutting as well as shearing.- Good understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics systems- Can read and have a basic understanding of technical drawings and electrical schematics and use these skills to trace and repair faults in various circuits.- Be responsible for all lifting equipment on site and keep records of service and inspection.Applications MUST be made via response to this advert and not sent directly otherwise your application will not be processed via the Group Applicant Tracking System for this retained vacancy. At their request, no telephone calls to the IMET offices regarding this vacancy please are they are unable to handle them, and all applications and enquiries must be directed towards Realise Recruitment for your interest in the role to be noted.Please note that due to application levels and the specific requirements for this position, only the most suitable applicants can normally be contacted for further progression. Please refer to our website for details of how your information may be held.