MAINTAINACE IN-CHARGE at Somotex Limited

Principal Responsibility:

·         planning and undertaking scheduled maintenance
·         responding to breakdowns
·         diagnosing faults
·         repairing equipment
·         supervising engineering and technical staff
·         obtaining specialist components, fixtures or fittings
·         managing budgets
·         maintaining statistical and financial records
·         ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation
·         creating maintenance procedures
·         managing stocks of supplies and equipment

Shift and 'on-call' work may be required, particularly where manufacturing equipment is in continual 24-hour operation. Career progression is often accelerated with a move into managerial positions or related areas of employment such as plant/production engineering.

• Carry out appraisal for direct report 

Education and Experience

A B.Eng, particularly in electrical, manufacturing, mechanical or production engineering.

Key Competencies

·         Working well under pressure
·         Good verbal and written communication skills
·         Relevant technical knowledge

Experience required for the position:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in similar position in a manufacturing company.