Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer with an Electrical bias to join the Engineering function at our Ossett Production Facility. In this role you will provide full technical engineering support to the Production function under the leadership of the Engineering Maintenance Manager. These are permanent, full time positions operating on a 24/7 shift pattern, so flexibility of working hours is required

The successful candidates will assume responsibility for the integrity and correct functioning of equipment by carrying out the following:

• Effective planned maintenance inspections, reviewing frequencies and parts used.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance schedules; carry out safety checks on equipment in line with legislation and best practice
• Overhaul and repair of plant; continually monitor plant conditions and report defects
• Complete stores requisitions for parts and contract services
• Perform in depth RCA for breakdowns and process failure
• Help generate and maintain compliance to SOPs/Risk Assessments. Carry out work in a standardised way
• Report plant performance using appropriate company systems and ensure action on/communication of non-conformance issues
• Ensure operational key information is effectively communicated to colleagues and other shift teams; complete any relevant documentation on time and in full
• Support site services as required

To be successful in this role we are looking for the right behaviours and competencies as well as a proven track in a similar position. The ideal candidate will ideally have the following:

• Time served apprenticeship or a formal engineering qualification to at least City & Guilds level, NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a electrical discipline with corresponding practical experience
• Continuous improvement experience
• RCA
• PLC automation skills would be highly beneficial but are not essential
• Training experience
• Championing of good engineering standards
• Must be a team player with a strong sense of personal responsibility/ownership
• Flexibility around working hours

In Kerry we know that sometimes the perfect candidate doesn't exist, and people can be put off applying for a role if they don't fit all the requirements. If you are excited about working for us and have the majority of the skills or experience, then please do apply as you could be exactly what we are looking for.

You'll receive a completive salary and comprehensive benefits package. You will also be joining a well organised maintenance team with the opportunity to progress and grow your career with global leader in food manufacturing.

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.