Jobs in Gateshead, england, uk

Job Title : Site Services Technician

Location : Gateshead Team Valley, UK

Reports To : Maintenance Manager / Engineering Manager

Category : Engineering

Salary Group : Salaried / Hourly OT eligible

About the Role :

Biscuit International are the leading private label and bread substitute manufacturer in Europe, with a rich heritage of over 400 years of expertise in delivering excellent taste at great value. We operate in over 40 markets with operations in 33 factories across Europe employing over 5000 people. We are the No.1 UK producer of own label of gluten-free biscuits & cookies producing over 5,000 tonnes per annum of biscuits.

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Site Services Technician to join our team in Gateshead. As a Site Services Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that all buildings, fabric, and ancillary equipment / services are fully operational. Your primary focus will be on maintaining the safety and wellbeing of all employees and equipment, ensuring that all functions are efficient and meet customer specifications.

In our hiring practices, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and ideas, driving innovation and success. We adhere to fair hiring practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of their background.

Key Responsibilities :

• Maintenance and Repairs : Carry out planned maintenance, timely repair of breakdowns, and continuous improvement activities. Ensure all equipment achieves optimum capacity and is in a good state of repair.
• Safety and Compliance : Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health and safety standards / processes and production planning. Always maintain compliance with all health and safety and food safety standards.
• Collaboration : Work collaboratively with contractors and other team members to ensure all aspects of work are maintained and run safely and efficiently. Support the engineering team in root cause analysis and resolution implementation.
• Reporting : Maintain consistent and accurate reporting of all activities, including temporary repairs log via the CMMS system. Promote and demonstrate proactive measures for improving machines / equipment and processes.
• Training and Support : Support and deliver formal training to the wider operations team to drive continuous improvements. Assist with various required roles within the operations department when needed.
• Environmental Management : Act as the 'competent person' for site effluent management, ensuring environmental permit compliance and monitoring.

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