Sorter Engineer

At the core of our Faversham site are our Paramount team of Engineers. We are looking for people who enjoy being a team player in an active role and a fast paced environment.

What’s the opportunity?

Earning potential: £43,413 per annum

Shift Patterns Available:

37.5 hours Rotating shift

About the role

We are seeking an experienced, multi-skilled Electrical/Mechanical Engineer to join our Site Maintenance Team to provide first-class engineering for on-site machinery. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for repairing and maintaining the site and site sortation system. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the heart of our busy operation, ensuring a 100% safety standard is embedded in everything you do.

Who you’ll be

• Must bring a driven, with a keen focus on safety
• 18th Edition certified
• Minimum of City and Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in a relevant field (or equivalent)
• Experience and good understanding of automation and PLC systems
• Good knowledge of general engineering principles
• Must be able to turn your hand to anything
• Must be able to demonstrate good diagnostic and fault finding skills ensuring first time fix
• Experience working in a fast paced distribution environment is preferred
• Must be flexible with shift patterns across the full 24/7 operation
• Must be confident working alone and as part of a team
• Keen eye for detail
• Very self-motivated with a proactive approach to work

What you’ll be doing

• Carry out planned maintenance on the site sorter ensuring work is carried out in accordance with the required schedule and manufacturer guidelines
• Ensure all breakdowns and reactive works are carried out to a high standard and in a timely manner
• Accurately diagnose electrical and mechanical faults with the machine and across the wider site
• Be proactive in your approach always looking for ways to improve things
• Carry out repair and improvement works across the site, plant and equipment
• Ensure all work undertaken and equipment downtime are accurately recorded on our CMMS
• To accurately communicate technical information and outstanding work to the other shifts
• Escalate issue to the relevant managers

At Gist we pride ourselves on providing the best Journey for all kinds of destinations and your recruitment journey is no exception. Below is what you can expect from the recruitment journey

Upon success at application stage

• An initial call with one of our talent team to discuss the role & you
• A tour of the site and department
• Meet the current engineering team
• An interview

Typically you’ll receive feedback on your interview within 48 hours.

What You’ll Enjoy

• All Gist employees are eligible for 20% discount across M&S (T&C’s apply)
• Competitive salary
• Pension – Auto enrolment scheme
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rota)
• Well-being portal
• Discounts to major restaurants and retailers
• Subsidised canteen
• Free parking on site
• Cycle to work scheme

About Us
We are an award-winning supply chain specialist that works in partnership with Marks and Spencer, and our customers Tesco, Morrisons and 2 Sisters Food Group.
We are big on succession and being united by our core values which are Progressive, Accountable, Collaborative and Ethical.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £43,413.00-£47,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Faversham, ME13 7TW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• NVQ Level 3 in a relevant field (preferred)
• 18th Edition (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: SRT.FV