Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer
.Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer
We are now recruiting a multi-skilled maintenance engineer 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 sector’s 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. We’re a force for good, as certified by B Corp.
What is the role?
Based at one of our South Yorkshire sites and 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.
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. 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.
Who you are
The ideal candidate should ideally be apprentice trained with experience in a high-volume 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 of the following:
- pneumatics
- hydraulics
- bench fitting
- milling
- turning
- PPM (planned preventive maintenance)
- electrical fault finding
Experience of the following, whilst not essential, would be a distinct advantage:
- Roll forming
- Sheet metal forming (Trumpf)
- Robotics (ABB, Kawasaki or Omron)
- PLC programming/interrogation
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
- share purchase scheme
- excellent initial and ongoing training and support and global opportunities to develop
- generous holiday entitlement
- life assurance
- private individual health care
- permanent health insurance scheme
- Paycare health plan
- ·non-contributory 15% pension scheme
- enhanced family policy
- gym membership
Why choose Gripple?
As an employee-owned company, our people are front and centre. You can therefore expect to see:
- Commitment to core values and behaviours, AKA the ‘Gripple Spirit’
- Work-life balance
- Career development
- Exceptional benefits
- Unique working environment
- Commitment to net zero in 2030
Gripple Careers – Own it. We do!
Deadline for applications: Friday 19th July 2024
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: https://www.gripple.com/referral-form/. 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!
Before you apply
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