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Company Overview
Established in 1949, Ecoglass Ltd is one of the UK's leading independent glass manufacturers and suppliers. We specialise in the manufacture of insulating glass units, toughened glass, laminated glass, and a wide range of advanced glass processing solutions. Our reputation has been built on quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service, making us a trusted name within the industry.
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Maintenance Engineer to join our team at our Norwich manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on role that is essential to keeping our production equipment and facilities operating safely and efficiently, helping us maintain the high standards our customers expect.
For the right candidate, this role offers excellent long-term career prospects. As you develop your knowledge of our operations and demonstrate leadership within the department, there will be the opportunity to progress into a Maintenance Manager position as part of our planned succession strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide both electrical and mechanical maintenance support across the production facility.
- Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to minimise production downtime.
- Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond promptly to equipment breakdowns.
- Assist with the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of new machinery and equipment.
- Carry out routine maintenance on glass barrows, slot carts, and other production equipment.
- Complete general site maintenance, including building repairs, plumbing, and other maintenance tasks as required.
- Undertake machine servicing tasks such as cleaning filters, replacing saw blades, and carrying out routine inspections.
- Work closely with production teams to ensure equipment remains reliable and downtime is kept to a minimum.
- Collaborate with and support the wider maintenance team.
- Assist the fabrication department when required.
- Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
- Participate in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota, including occasional evenings and weekends, once fully trained and experienced.
About You
You will be a proactive problem solver with strong electrical and mechanical maintenance skills, ideally gained within a manufacturing environment.
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with a strong mechanical aptitude.
- Previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer or in a similar manufacturing maintenance role.
- Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills across electrical and mechanical systems.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working hours, including participation in the on-call rota.
Desirable
- Previous experience within the glass, glazing, or window manufacturing industry.
- Experience of maintaining automated manufacturing equipment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
- Opportunity to work for a well-established and respected company.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Supportive team environment.
- Long-term career opportunities within a growing business.
If you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for your next challenge and want to be part of a company with over 75 years of manufacturing excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue delivering industry-leading glass solutions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Maintenance: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
