Kettle Produce Limited is one of the major suppliers of fresh and pre-packed vegetables in the UK. We are a dynamic and customer focused business and our Engineering department plays a pivotal role in the successful operation of the business.
We currently have an exciting opportunity available for a highly capable individual to join our Engineering team. Reporting to the Assistant Engineering Manager, the successful applicant will manage a team and the day to day delivery of engineering work required to maintain the Company sites and equipment to a legal standard and high level of operational efficiency.
Key accountabilities include:
· Provide direct management to all members of your team and associated staff ensuring they work in a safe and effective manner, and are developed to meet their career aspirations and the needs of the business.
· Plan maintenance and resources within your team to ensure tasks/Workload is maintained to ensure maximum up time.
· Liaise with internal and external customers and service providers to ensure service levels are relevant, cost effective and communicated effectively where relevant.
· Be responsible for the quality of workmanship produced by members of your team by regularly monitoring and mentoring them.
· Manage and assess the work area in order to ensure that Health, Safety, Welfare and Environmental responsibilities are met.
- Promote a Continuous Improvement Culture within your work area. Ensure you involve your team in the projects/change programme, supporting the site Food Safety Culture and improvement objectives.
Skillset/Personal Attributes
- Lead by example, develop and manage your team to effectively support the business operation, and comply with Legislation, Company standards, and policies.
- Provide clear and robust management to ensure working techniques are within Safety Regulations and are industry recognised.
- Ensure a “Planned Preventive Maintenance” PPM work ethic is adhered to by all, and the “Computerised Maintenance Management System” is integrated into daily routine.
- Ensure there are sufficient trained resources within your team to meet the Health & Safety, food safety and auditing needs of the department.
- Carry out personal appraisals, disciplinary and career development interviews.
- Complete shift reports ensuring all relevant information is contained and follow up actions are clear.
- Working flexibly within and across departments and sites in order to meet the continually changing needs of the business and demonstrate a collaborative approach with close working relationships.
Qualifications
· Be qualified (Minimum SVQ 3) in an engineering discipline.
· Highly motivated, with a proactive approach.
· Strong communicator with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
· Have a passion and drive to develop team members.
Basic salary - £43264.00 - SA 12,979.00
4 on 4 off Shift Pattern, 6.00am – 6.00pm/6.00pm – 6.00am
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £56,243.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Are you qualified (Minimum SVQ 3) in an engineering discipline.?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
