Multi-Skilled Engineer

Job location:
Purfleet, United Kingdom
Created moment:
August 29, 2024
Job reference:
REQ - 08544

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position

Multi-Skilled Engineer

Job Summary

Multi-Skilled Engineer

Location: Imerys Aluminates - Dolphin Way Purfleet, Essex, RM19 1NZ

Salary: Up to £44,000 per annum (dependant on experience) plus £9,889 per annum call-out allowance (after induction and training)

Hours of work: 37.5 hours a week, working Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm

(There is a requirement to be on-call 1 week in every 5 weeks)
 

Are you a multi-skilled engineer with an electrical bias? Want variety and the opportunity to apply your creative problem-solving skills?
 

An excellent opportunity has come up at our Imerys Aluminates site at West Thurrock, which produces fused and sintered calcium illuminate binders - valued for their high heat resistance to corrosion, abrasion and heat. The 5-hectare site serves the European building chemistry, wastewater infrastructure, refractories, metallurgy and the mining industry with benchmark products. 

You will be responsible for carrying out planned, scheduled routine and reactive maintenance of fixed plant and associated systems

The main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Execute mechanical and electrical engineering works. 

  • Fault finding /diagnostics, inspections and problem solving of industrial equipment.

  • Switching of power ( LV or HV) working on high voltage motors and systems.

  • Responding to after hour call-outs and work overtime when required.

  • Participate in engineering projects. 

  • Operating a Forklift and Cherry Picker 

  • Adhere to Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures.

  • Operation of SAP system

This role will involve working at height and in confined spaces.

What’s in it for you?

Our workplaces are diverse and inclusive, and we foster a collaborative work culture which helps us continually drive innovation in our fields. Joining a global organisation, you’ll receive an excellent induction, where you can develop your skills personally and professionally. 

Benefits include:

  • 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays

  • Generous Pension Plan

  • Life Assurance

  • Income Protection

  • Company Sick Pay

  • Car salary sacrifice scheme

  • Discounts on external retailers

  • Cycle to work scheme

What we are looking for:

You will have a sound understanding of electrical and mechanical maintenance including fixed processing plant - including fans, filters, mills, conveyors, packaging, etc.

You’ll also need to:

  • Have an NVQ level 3, or equivalent, in an Engineering discipline

  • Electrical Installation Work Certificate (City and Guilds 2360/2330 part 1 & 2 or equivalent)

  • Previous experience of working in a heavy production / manufacturing environment

  • Strong understanding and experience of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and process systems 

  • Willingness to respond to afterhours breakdowns

  • Legally able to drive in the UK

About Us
 

Imerys is the world leader in mineral-based specialty solutions for industry, with over 16,000 employees and over 200 sites worldwide we are leaders in 80% of our markets. Imerys delivers high value-added, functional solutions to a diversified set of industrial sectors, from processing industries to consumer goods.

Our people are important to us, our workplaces are diverse and inclusive and whilst maintaining the health, safety and environmental standards on site, for yourself and others around you, we’re an organisation with a wealth of career and development opportunities that allow you to tap into your full potential.

We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch on 01952 281924. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:

recruiting.support@ imerys.com

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. 

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.