Job Description

We are on the hunt for a Senior Engineering Assistant at Fonterra - Dairy for life.

What you would be doing

  • Follow preventive maintenance plans, carry out required work, maintain and update relevant documents, and coordinate with Engineering stores on the availability of required spare parts.
  • Perform Breakdown Elimination (BDE) for any machine breakdown and assist the production team with Initial Problem Solving (IPS) & Unified Problem Solving (UPS).
  • Conduct supervision walks across the plant to check compliance (Health & Safety, Food Service Quality & Systems).
  • If any abnormalities are reported (housekeeping, team behavior, etc.), assist the Plant Engineers in evaluating risks/hazards.
  • Regularly inspect equipment, schedule maintenance or repairs, and carry out all tasks assigned by the Plant Engineer.
  • Assist in performing the requirements of the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) program, including machine operator training.
  • Conduct and drive skill development plans within the team and maintain the required skill inventory.

Here's what we are looking for

  • Preferably 5 years' experience in the food manufacturing industry with a minimum of 1 year of exposure in managing small teams.
  • Hands-on experience in industrial automation, repairing, and troubleshooting automation systems.
  • Proficient in programming industrial machinery.
  • NVQ Level 4 or above technical certification in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronic engineering.
  • Sound knowledge of electrical, electronic, and automation systems.
  • Sound knowledge of all mechanical systems and maintenance procedures.

You, me, us together

Please apply through [email protected] on or before 10th July 2024.