Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
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Job Description
We are now looking for two multiskilled maintenance engineers to join the engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident engineer who is unafraid to challenge decisions and capable of working both as part of a team and on their own to join one of the manufacturing sectors most exciting and progressive companies.
Established in 1989 we are the original innovators and manufacturers of wire joining and tensioning devices as well as anchoring bracing and suspension systems that have changed the game for many industries.
We are no ordinary business. We do almost everything differently. 100 owned by our employees we are also committed to changing the game by making a positive impact in our communities around the world. Were a force for good as certified by B Corp.
The role
Reporting to the engineering site leader your main tasks will be the repair and planned maintenance of our automated equipment and continuous improvement. Some development engineering work may also be available to an appropriately qualified candidate.
Based predominantly at our Hellaby site in Rotherham or our Old West Gun Works site in Sheffield however you will be expected to travel between all six Gripple Ltd manufacturing sites four of which are in the Lower Don Valley area of Sheffield so you will need to be in possession of a full UK/EU driving licence.
Who you are
The ideal candidate should ideally be apprentice trained with experience in a highvolume manufacturing environment. You must be extremely team oriented and IT literate with excellent communication skills. You should be mechanically biased but with some electrical ability and experience. You should also have knowledge of some if not all the following:
- pneumatics
- hydraulics
- bench fitting
- milling
- turning
- PPM (planned preventive maintenance)
- electrical fault finding
- PLC programming/interrogation
Experience of the following whilst not essential would be a distinct advantage:
Don Road vacancy:
- Injection moulding
Hellaby vacancy:
- Die Casting
- CNC machinery fault finding and maintenance
- Robotics (ABB)
Working hours
The position will entail working regular mornings and afternoons Monday to Friday as well as night shifts and weekend work to meet the demands of the business. A flexible can do attitude is therefore paramount.
What we will offer in return
We recognise every individual as a unique person with their own special contribution to make. We work hard to make sure our people are happy and healthy with a good work/life balance and generously rewarded for their time energy and commitment. We therefore offer:
- competitive salary
- noncontributory 15 pension scheme
- share ownership scheme
- excellent initial and ongoing training and support
- generous holiday entitlement 32 days increasing with long service)
- life assurance
- private individual health care
- permanent health insurance scheme
- Paycare health plan
- enhanced family policy
- gym membership
- free onsite parking
Why choose Gripple
As an employeeowned company our people are front and centre. You can therefore expect to see:
- Commitment to core values and behaviours AKA the Gripple Spirit
- Worklife balance
- Career development
- Exceptional benefits
- Unique working environment
- Commitment to net zero in 2030
Deadline for applications: Monday 7th April 2025
Equal employment opportunity
We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We champion diversity inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued with a sense of belonging. If there are any adjustments that would help your experience with Gripple please let us know when you apply.
Whilst not mandatory your completion of the applicant ethnic monitoring form will help us monitor and encourage equality and diversity. The information you provide will be anonymous and kept both confidential and separate to your application.
Internal note: This vacancy qualifies for the Gripple Ltd Employee Referral Scheme. Referrals should be made via the following link: Full details on the scheme can be found on PACS under Documents.
A polite note for recruitment agencies:We do not accept applicants from recruitment agencies. If we do need support we will be in touch!
Employment Type
Full Time
