Engineering & Facilities Technician
Cromwell Group
At Cromwell we support amazing businesses in the UK and internationally to keep their operations running and people safe, and our goal is to become the easiest company for them to deal with.
We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Person to join our team.
This positions primary responsibility is to maintain all automated and building related systems to support the goals of the DC. To provide technical expertise for day-to-day reactive issues and devising solutions to rectify reoccurring problems. With a thorough understanding of mechanical, electrical and control principles, all areas will be maintained to a high standard resulting in maximum asset uptime/availability.
Utilising technical knowledge, continuous improvement ideas should be developed and implemented alongside that of preventative maintenance programs. With junior apprentices on-shift, knowledge should be openly shared whilst demonstrating good behaviours and safe ways of working.
Principle Duties
- Be the primary responder for all complex issues.
- Assist with any infrastructure upgrades along with modifications and repairs to DC assets.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose and make repair to any mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic or controls related system.
- Capable of installing, modifying, repairing and testing of electrical services.
- Ability to work independently on projects and work assignments.
- Work with contractors, service providers and other maintenance personnel.
- Ability to operate all material handling and mobile equipment within the Distribution Centre.
- Perform work requests and projects as assigned.
- Easily adjusts to changes in priorities, and flexible to respond to on-call emergencies.
- Works in cross-functional teams and work groups to identify and resolve problems by proposing unique and innovative solutions.
- Keeps managers and fellow technicians informed of on-shift issues, updates on assignments, repair functions and PPM schedules.
- Must be available and flexible to support operational changes.
- Able to rotate weekly on a two-shift cycle of Mornings & Afternoons.
- Performs audits and quality checks on PIE, conveyor systems and building assets.
- Leads by example and helps develop junior technicians.
- Provides flexibility to help cover major breakdowns.
- Supports with holiday and sickness cover.
- Identify maintenance task and complete efficiently within time constraint ensuring no areas are left open within the DMMS.
- Build personal development plan to enhance knowledge of all areas.
- Continuously look for gaps or improvements across any internal process or document.
- Always work in a safe and controlled manner adhering to training, expertise, process or OEM guidance.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the company standards for delivering a distinctive customer experience are at the forefront of all business interactions.
- Ensure the company HR policy and conditions of employment detailed in the employment guide are applied in all areas of responsibility.
- Ensure all requirements of the company security and anti-bribery & corruption policies are observed and adhered to.
- Promote a professional image of the Cromwell group and comply with the equal opportunities and business conduct policies including work related events which take place outside normal working hours.
- Maintain and comply with Cromwell group corporate social responsibility, Health and Safety and environmental standards.
- Read and comply with all other Cromwell group standards, policies, procedures and agreements.
Experience and Skills Required
- GCSE level qualifications in English and Maths
- A recognised apprenticeship in an engineering discipline
- Qualified in an electrical discipline
- HND/HNC qualification in an engineering discipline (Preferable)
- 2391 inspection and testing (Preferable)
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive annual leave allowance with annual purchase scheme
- Group Personal Pension
- Company Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
- Company bonus
- Cycle to work scheme
- Commitment to employee development plans
- 24/7 Wellbeing and Employee Support
Other benefits include: Company Sick Pay, Company Maternity & Paternity Pay, Discount Benefits Platform and Discounted Cromwell Products.
About Cromwell
Cromwell has been around for over 50 years, supplying an unrivalled choice of cutting tools, power tools, hand tools and safety equipment into all industries, professions and trades. We offer next day delivery or collection from our nationwide branch network, supported by an overnight UK logistics operation. Our team of over 1500 people are proud to be keeping industry working.
We’re all individuals, yet we’re very much one united team. We treat everyone fairly – regardless of gender, sexual orientation, background, age or disability – and give everyone opportunities for new and varied experiences. Inclusion means not just accepting people for who they are, but showing respect and making adjustments to help people and remove all barriers; it’s about creating a culture where everyone is respected, empowered and able to realise their full potential.
Cromwell is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants from the armed forces community (current and past) an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Information for Recruitment Agencies
We always prefer to recruit candidates direct to our business and first, and foremost believe in promoting talent from within whenever possible.
We do not accept speculative approaches including CVs and candidate profiles sent direct to Managers, by receipt of any such email or correspondence, we do not agree to terms and conditions. Any speculative CVs will be considered our own and we will not pay any agency fees.
We have a PSL and those on this will have access to our portal to accept CVs. Should you want to be considered for our PSL, please email ***email_hidden***
Location
Leicester (Head Office)
65 Chartwell Drive, Wigston, Leics, UK, LE18 2FS
- Location: Leicester (Head Office)
- Working Hours per week: 38
- Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
Meet the recruiter
Rob Brookes
