Maintenance Engineer

Job Title:

Maintenance Engineer

Location:

Coventry, UK

Hours:

Continental Shift (see job ad for details)
Vacancy Type:
Full-time and Permanent
Salary: circa £45,000 base, subject to experience, plus £14,773 shift allowance, total £59,539 per year based on £45,000
Two Permanent Positions | Continental Shift | Coventry | Immediate Start
The continental shift starts in August. Join before then and you will start on a temporary non
-continental shift pattern until the new shift goes live.
The job
This is a great opportunity for a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (mechanically or electrically bias) to broaden their skills and effectively manage a variety of maintenance responsibilities for a global armour technology manufacturer. You will be a valued member of the maintenance team responsible for the upkeep of the sites plant, equipment and buildings.
We are looking for all levels of ability and experience within the maintenance skillset, whether your recently qualified or have been in the industry for many years – we believe skills can be learnt, a positive can-do attitude is essential
If you are up for a challenge and want to work for a fast paced and unique business that designs, manufactures, and integrates advanced protective products, then this is may the role for you!
Do you want to know more about NPA? Visit our Linked In page and NPA Careers Page to find out more about us!
Shift pattern
This is a rotating continental shift pattern. You work 4 days on, then 4 days off, on 11.25-hour shifts. Shifts rotate between days and nights.
Day shift: 6am to 6pm
Two unpaid breaks: 30 minutes and 15 minutes
Night shift: 6pm to 6am
Two unpaid breaks: 30 minutes and 15 minutes
Your rota will confirm whether you are on days or nights for each 4-day block.
What you'll get in return
At NP Aerospace, we know our success comes from our people. That’s why we invest in benefits that support your health, reward your hard work, and help you grow your career:
Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
Time to recharge: 247.5 hours per year, equivalent to 22 shifts per year
Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs) – subject to approval
Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions)
Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose
What you'll be doing
The main responsibilities for the role will include:
 
* Service, maintain and repair plant, equipment and building services in line with planned preventative maintenance standards and procedures
 
* Respond to equipment breakdowns and carry out reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and support operational delivery
 
* Support site EHS compliance by ensuring maintenance activity is carried out safely and in line with company procedures
 
* Carry out machine tool changes, equipment modifications and practical engineering improvements
 
* Support the installation, commissioning and modification of new plant, machinery and production equipment
 
* Install and improve safety systems across plant, equipment and production areas
 
* Support the movement, layout change or reorganisation of production lines and work areas
 
* Install and modify services required to support site development and manufacturing improvements
 
* Assist with the implementation of changes to manufacturing processes, providing practical engineering input where required
 
* Produce and update work instructions for specific maintenance tasks and engineering activities Support contractors on site, ensuring work is completed safely and to the required standard
 
* Provide practical engineering support for improvement projects, operational changes and any other activities requiring maintenance or facilities input
The above is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.
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