We are fully committed to a net zero future and continue to invest in expertise and product development to manufacture more efficiently and sustainably. We pride ourselves on leading for new, innovative and sustainable products and solutions, both for today and for a new era of building.
To support our progress, we are currently recruiting for an Engineering Team Leader (Electrical) to come and join our team at our Throckley site in Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 9EQ.
Salary: £56,774 per annum, 12 hours shift patterns 4 on 4 off days and nights 6 to 6, plus overtime at a premium, plus pension contribution up to 10% and excellent benefits package
Training and career development, including health and safety training, management training (ILM), cross skilling and upskilling
Job security and personal development within a market leading, international manufacturing organisation like Ibstock Plc.
- Basic salary of £56,774
- Production performance based bonus
- 4 on 4 off - Days & Nights (6 to 6AM/PM)
- 22 days holiday per annum
- Share scheme & Pension match up to 10%
- Extensive training and personal development
- The ability to work with a team of skilled engineers across maintenance and project engineering activities.
Responsible for: Providing hands on engineering support to both production and other internal functions throughout the factories. Supporting the existing Engineering management team, communicating faults, prevention initiatives and implementing the IMS standards.
Role Summary:
The successful applicant will form an integral part of the Ibstock Throckley Engineering department by leading a multi-disciplined team to focus on improved Reliability & OEE performance. Hours of work will be based around a 4 on 4 off shift rotating days and nights providing cover for a 7 day week production facility. Hours of work will be between the hours of 6 – 6 inclusive of paid meal break.
<u>Specific responsibilities include:</u>
The development/implementation of a computerised Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) system.
Implementation of and adherence to all company and site control procedures to ensure compliance with all statutory requirements in health and safety, Environment and quality.
Development and implementation of repair activities – working within production requirements to improve plant availability.
Liaise with and organise external contractors, ensuring they work to strict safety guidelines and meet Ibstock's requirements.
Ensure maintenance tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively within a timely manner.
Effective interdepartmental liaison to achieve defined objectives to optimise efficiency.
<u>Essential Qualifications & Experience</u>
Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship to level 3 city and Guilds, NVQ etc
Experience of running a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) system
A degree of computer literacy with experience of Excel, word, outlook.
A high degree of self-motivation.
The ability to communicate effectively between departments.
Leadership and people management skills and the ability to build, motivate and develop the team.
Demonstrable ability to implement structured problem solving techniques, provide solutions and delegate responsibility.
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More details:
- Full time, permanent role
- Salary £56,774
- Bonus scheme
- 20% Shift allowance (included as part of the above salary)
- 10% matched pension, administered by Legal and General
- 3x life insurance
- Share Save scheme eligibility
- Full access to Employee Assistance programme for self and family members
- Access to high street retail discounts platform – with access to discounts at Tesco, Asda,
- Personal development and career progression opportunities
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion?
Excited about the role, but your past experience or qualifications don't perfectly match everything in the job description? We would encourage you to still apply. Studies have shown that some people, particularly from minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Here at Ibstock Plc we are dedicated to building belonging, empowering our colleagues to be their true self by offering a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or other future roles across the Ibstock Group.
Ibstock Plc are committed and passionate about building a diverse environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, disability or age.