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Come and be part of the future of engineering and maintenance operations within Biffa.Location: EdmontonSalary: £25.85 per hour (£51,751.70 per annum) + London Weighting AllowanceHours of work: 4 on, 4 off shift pattern, rotating 2 days and 2 nights, 12 hour shifts, with overtime availableA quick look at the roleWe are looking for a proactive and experienced Shift Maintenance Engineer to support the performance and reliability of our operations in Edmonton.This role is key to maximising plant availability through effective planned preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance and continuous improvement activities. You’ll play an important role in maintaining high engineering standards, reducing downtime, and ensuring all maintenance work is carried out safely and efficiently.Your Core Responsibilities Deliver high levels of plant availability through effective maintenance and rapid breakdown response. Diagnose faults quickly and carry out efficient repairs to minimise operational downtime. Support and deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules across site equipment and machinery. Identify recurring faults and help develop long term engineering solutions and process improvements. Carry out maintenance and repair work on plant and equipment in line with operational priorities. Liaise with external contractors and suppliers regarding specialist maintenance and repair activities. Maintain high standards of health & safety, compliance and housekeeping at all times. Ensure engineering activities comply with company procedures and current legislation. Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability and operational efficiency. Our Essential Requirements Engineering qualification Level 3 City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent. Strong mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience within an industrial environment. Experience carrying out fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance on production or processing equipment. Ability to work effectively within a fast paced operational environment. Desirable Qualifications HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering. IOSH Managing Safely qualification. The following job titles would also be considered for this role:We would consider applications from candidates with previous job titles such as: Mechanical Shift Engineer, Shift Mechanical Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Plant Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, Mechanical Technician, Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer or Industrial Maintenance Engineer.And here’s why you’ll love it at Biffa Competitive salary + London Weighting Allowance Ongoing career development, training and coaching, because if you don’t grow, we don’t grow Generous pension scheme Medical and dental scheme Retail and leisure discounts Holiday and travel discounts Bike to work scheme Changing The Way People Think About WasteAt Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. And it’s why we’re the UK’s No.1 choice for business waste management.Dedicated to diversityBeing inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa. We believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you’ll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.
