Maintenance Engineer

Job Description - Maintenance Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, calibrations, and electrical safety checks on laboratory, manufacturing, and biomedical equipment in line with established schedules and work orders
Inspect and support the installation of new laboratory equipment, ensuring safe operation and overseeing Installation, Operation, and Performance Qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) activities at assigned site(s)
Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to minimise downtime and maintain high equipment availability
Provide guidance to laboratory personnel on best practices for equipment use and operation
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all equipment, including maintenance activities, repairs, and safety checks
Continuously develop technical knowledge through training on relevant equipment and testing devices
Manage and maintain the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ensuring accuracy of asset records, maintenance schedules, and compliance documentation
Process and track work orders through the CMMS and ensure timely completion of both planned and reactive maintenance tasks
Coordinate third-party vendor activities, including scheduling, quote management, purchase order processing, and verification of completed work
Work collaboratively with Quality teams to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance within maintenance systems and processes

Experience & Qualifications:

High school diploma (or equivalent) required; an Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Electronics, or a related field is preferred
Minimum of 2 years' experience in equipment maintenance ideally within a manufacturing or laboratory environment or similar technical environment
Experience using CMMS platforms and managing external vendors is highly desirable
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to balance technical and administrative responsibilities
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and database management systems
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Additional Requirements:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Ability to lift heavy weights

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy