Permanent

Bluestones is working with a leading manufacture in Manchester, due to recent growth and internal progression they have a requirement for a permanent Maintenance Engineer.

Summary:

Working as part of the maintenance team, you will be a key member of the Engineering team, where you will be providing maintenance/breakdown cover on a shift basis for Electrical, Control, Instrumentation and Automation aspects of the equipment and chemical plant on site. This plant is predominantly chemical based, however, you may at times be required to work on the manufacturing part of site.

You may also be required to provide assistance in the installation of equipment and services and to work on the manufacturing side of the business.

Main responsibilities:

Provide technical and maintenance support, carrying out both preventative/planned and reactive maintenance to all equipment and plant on site under the direction of the team leader and/or Maintenance Manager.
Calibrations of instrumentation.
Fault finding on electrical and control systems including PLC based controls, developing and delivering solutions.
Recording of work on CMMS.
Installation of equipment.
Maintain safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
Any other duties within the post holder’s competence as requested.
Essential

The candidate must have this

Qualifications/ Education



A formal Electrical Engineering training qualification (e.g. apprenticeship leading to minimum HNC) or equivalent

Experience

Electrical Maintenance of Chemical and Industrial plant or FMCG environment.

Fault finding skills.

Instrumentation/Temperature controls.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Skills & Knowledge

Must have ability to use own initiative, prioritise tasks and work well under pressure.

Strong electrical knowledge.

PLC fault finding.

Instrument Calibration.

Time Management and leadership skills

For further information please contact Kieran or Debbie on 02895219313 or email cv via link below.

Bluestones is acting as a requirement agency.

Bluestones Staffing is working with a leading manufacturing client in Manchester Swinton, due to continued success they have a position for a Maintenance Team lead.

 

Love the hands on job and do not want to give this up but want the next step?  Then this is the perfect job for you, with 80 hands on and 20% staff management.

 

Summary:

Working as part of the maintenance team, your key role will be to lead one of the two shift teams providing planned maintenance/breakdown cover for all aspects of the equipment and chemical plant on site. You may also be required to provide assistance in installation of equipment and services and to work on the manufacturing side of the business.

 

Main responsibilities:

You will be responsible for supervising a team of Maintenance Engineers.
Working autonomously, you will be scheduling the completion of both planned maintenance tasks and reactive maintenance tasks, prioritising breakdowns as directed by Production.
You will be carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance to all equipment and plant on site working with both engineering employees and external contractors. This plant is predominantly chemical based, although you may at times be required to work on the manufacturing part of site.
You will liaise with the Production Manager to prioritise work.
You will be ordering required spares and liaising with supplier to ensure availability of critical spares.
You will be issuing permits to maintenance engineers and external contractors to carry out work in a safe manner.
You will be working on CMMS to record work and report work progress to production.
You will be working with the Maintenance Manager and HSE Manager to develop Standard Operating Procedures for common maintenance tasks.
You will be liaising with project teams to ensure that new/replacement plant equipment can be maintained in an efficient manner.
Any other duties within the post holder’s competence as requested.
 

Essential

The candidate must have this

 

Qualifications/ Education



A formal Engineering training qualification

(e.g. apprenticeship leading to minimum HNC)

 

Desirable

It would be beneficial for the candidate to have this list (but not essential).



HND  in  Engineering (Engineering preferred)
Confined Space training
IPAF cherry picker licence
Experience

Maintenance of Chemical and Industrial plant – Electrical bias Fault finding skills.
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
Skills & Knowledge

 

Must have ability to use own initiative, prioritise tasks and work well under pressure.

Time Management and leadership skills

 

Personal Attributes



Self-motivated with ability to use own initiative, prioritise tasks and work well under pressure.
High level of attention to detail.
Professional approach to work and when dealing with internal and external customers.
Team player who demonstrates a high level of commitment, adopts a flexible and positive approach.
Ability to work unsupervised with good time management skills in order to meet tight deadlines, in a fast paced, pressurized and challenging environment.
Ability to make the right decisions
Is committed to Customer Focus, Personal

Growth, Excellence, Accountability and

Innovation; the Company’s core values

 

Working Pattern

37 hours per week

Alternating weekly 3-day 12 hour shifts (Week 1: Mon/Tue/Wed; Week 2: Thu/Fri/Sat)

For further information please contact Debbie or Kieran on 02895219313 or email cv via link below.

Bluestones staffing is acting as a Recruitment Agency.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Supervisor within a national retailer’s distribution operations.  The function provides daily support to overall operations, Transport Supervisors and Transport Manager, in addition to dealing with a range of people management issues to internal and external customers.

Department:                 Transport

Hours:                         Average 40.50 hours per week covering a 4 on 4 off                                            shift pattern

Location:                      Distribution Centre Amesbury

Reports to:                   Transport Manager

Criteria:

·         Previous experience in a Assistant Supervisor function not essential but preferred

·         Knowledge of transport operations preferred but not essential

·         Knowledge of IT systems to include how to access, input and compile data

·         Experience of working in a team

·         Experience of working in a multi-tasking role

·         Experience of working in a fast paced admin environment

Required Skills and Competencies:

·         Attention to detail and accuracy is essential in this role across all tasks

·         Ability to work within tight and often conflicting timeframes

·         Successfully navigate Word, Excel, Access database and documents

·         Maintain a disciplined and logical approach to tasks

·         Ability to prioritise workload and impart good judgement

·         Awareness of the impact tasks and functions have on other areas of the business

·         Good communication skills to liaise with a diverse customer group within the Transport and Distribution and service providers

·         Excellent written communication skills to produce succinct reports and to be able to present this information appropriate to the circumstances

·         Ability to make quick decisions to ensure the operation continues in a proactive, cost effective manner

·         Ability to understand the wider needs of the business and to consider requirements equally amongst other considered factors

Main objectives and responsibilities:

·         Carry out Transport administration transactional tasks

·         Provide competent support and assistance to the transport operations and Transport Supervisor

·         Complete admin tasks and reports as requested by Supervisor

·         Administration of the Tachograph infringements and monitoring software system

·         Ensure delivery paperwork is completed and ready to allow drivers to be dispatched on time and to assist in timely departures from the depot

·         Ability to identify fleet service providers in the need of a breakdown and to support the driver during this process to ensure a minimum disruptions and delays to the company

·         Communicate the shipping requirements for Northern Ireland and plan the trailers required

·         Book the required Northern Ireland slots on the ferry, manage the online systems for the ferry slots

·         Ensure adherence to all Health & Safety requirements

·         Ensure the Transport Information System (TIS) data is maintained accurately

·         Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of Transport systems and practices in the company

·         Deal professionally and courteously with internal/external enquiries

·         Communicate with and Inform Store/Area/Regional Managers of any delivery delays

·         Other Transport related duties as requested

·         To assist colleagues as and when required

Awareness of working environment:

§  Awareness of the high volume and fast paced working environment

§  Awareness of the many interruptions with regards to enquiries which may occur

§  Understanding the requirement to multi-task at short notice

§  Understanding that communication is imperative to other departments regarding calls, deadlines, tasks and also to customers

Understand that from time to time you may be required to work beyond contracted hours to ensure the requirements of the job is fulfilled

For a confidential conversation contact Debbie/Kieran 02895 219 313

Bluestones Staffing is acting as a recruitment agency

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Transport Supervisor within the distribution operation of a national retailer.  The role ensures the transport operations are managed to a high degree of competency, that the business is served with the right goods, at the right time, at the right place, at the right cost. Essentially the Transport Supervisor deals with a high volume of work within strict time frames. You will be able to fully manage a busy transport operation that supports retail stores across the UK.

Hours:             Average 38.61 hours per week 4 days on 4 days off 12 hour shifts (7am/pm – 7pm/am)

Location:          Distribution Centre, Amesbury

Reports to:       National Transport Manager

Salary:             £30,698.79 per annum increasing to £32,822.47 per annum at a successful 12 week review (plus £3,827.20 night shift premium where applicable)

Essential Criteria:

·         Experience in a Transport Supervisory role

·         Excellent knowledge of transport operations

·         Excellent working knowledge of all transport related legislation

·         Experience of IT systems to include how to access, input and compile data

·         Experience of working in a team and supervising a team of people

·         Experience of working in a multi-tasking role

·         Experience of working in a fast paced environment

·         Experience of dealing with a wide range of driver and vehicle issues

·         CPC qualified

·         Attention to detail and accuracy is essential in this role across all tasks

·         Ability to competently and professionally deal with all identified and reported legal issues

·         Ability to work within tight and often conflicting timeframes

·         Ability to supervise Transport Clerks to ensure completion of tasks to the standard required

·         Successfully navigate Word, Excel, Access database and documents

·         Maintain a disciplined and logical approach to tasks

·         Ability to prioritise and impart good judgement

·         Awareness of the impact tasks and functions have on other areas of the business

·         Excellent communication skills to liaise with a diverse customer group within Transport and Distribution

·         Excellent written communication skills to produce succinct reports and to able to present this information appropriate to the circumstances

·         Ability to provide clear direction to Transport Clerks and to develop their knowledge

·         Ability to make quick decisions to ensure the operation continues in a productive, cost effective manner

·         Ability to adopt a proactive approach to all aspects of the role

·         Ability to understand the wider needs of the business and to consider requirements equally amongst other considered factors

·         Ability to be rational, reasonable and consistent when providing advice or assistance

·         Proficiency in the role whilst demonstrating expert skill and training

·         An excellent ambassador for the function of Transport and as a positive representative for the company

Main Objectives and Responsibilities:

·         Ensure the transport operations are carried out at all times within the legal framework

·         Ensure all Health & Safety requirements are adhered to

·         Manage the transport operations at all times to keep within budgetary limits

·         Ensure the delivery schedule is managed at all times to achieve timely departures of store deliveries.

·         To maintain the delivery on time performance of all store deliveries to arrive within the hour of the agreed delivery time

·         Supervise the fleet to ensure operations are not interrupted by a lack of trailers

·         Supervise VORs continually throughout the shift

·         Provide direction and delegate to the Transport Coordinator

·         Ensure that drivers are managed at all times, controlling of wages is paramount

·         Coordinate the completion of tasks and management reports within the expected timeframes

·         Ensure vehicles are available for collection by the service providers for repairs, service etc

·         Ensure any Tachograph infringements are dealt with in a timely manner and drivers instructed on remedial action

·         Ability to efficiently and effectively identify fleet service providers in the event of a breakdown and to provide necessary support to the driver

·         Communicate the shipping requirements for Northern Ireland and plan the trailers required

·         Book Northern Ireland slots on the ferry, manage the online systems for the ferry slots

·         Ensure the Transport Information System (TIS) data is accurately maintained

·         Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of transport systems and practices

·         Deal professionally with internal/external enquiries

·         Monitor damage and carry out competent investigations into all accidents and support the process of recovering costs

·         Carry out daily yard walk round checks and file necessary reports to the relevant departments/persons

·         Carry out vehicle cab check audits and ensure drivers are doing a quality vehicle walk round check

·         Inform Store/Area/Regional Managers of any delivery delays

·         Other transport related duties as requested

·         To assist colleagues as and when required with Transport transactional tasks

Awareness of Working Environment:

·         Awareness of the many interruptions with regards to enquiries which may occur

·         Understanding the requirement to multi-task at short notice

·         Understanding that communication is imperative to other departments regarding calls, deadlines, tasks and also to customers

·         Understand that from time to time you may be required to work beyond contracted hours to ensure the requirements of the job is fulfilled

Health and Safety:

·         Comply with all written and verbal instructions given to ensure personal safety and the safety of others

·         Use all safety and protective equipment as provided

·         Dress sensibly and safely in accordance with the dress code applicable for the area of work

·         Avoid improvising or making adjustments that could create an unnecessary risk to your personal safety or the safety of others

·         Maintain all tools and equipment in good condition and report any safety hazard, equipment defects or malfunction to management as they occur

·         Report all incidents to a member of management whether an injury is sustained or not

·         Attend safety training courses as required

·         Observe all procedures relating to specific processes, materials and substances used

For a confidential conversation please contact Debbie/Kieran 02895 219 313

Bluestones Staffing is acting as a recruitment agency

On behalf of our client, Bond Delivery, we require an enthusiastic self-starter with supervisory experience in a fast moving warehousing environment for a permanent position.

With high quality organisational skills you will be able to coordinate all shift activities with a positive leadership approach.  Implement company policies and procedures, enforce health and safety regulations and ensure all workers follow proper procedures.

Applicants should have computer literacy/keyboard skills.  A good working knowledge of Northern Ireland together with a professional customer focused approach is essential.

Position based on a 40 hour week – Monday to Friday Nights

9:30pm to 6:00am – start/finish times may fluctuate in line with operational needs

(flexibility outside these hours will be required particularly in busy periods)

Essential criteria:

– Ability to create a proactive environment with productive work flow
– Ability to initiate and suggest plans to increase productivity/efficiencies
– Able to assign and adapt duties and tasks to meet strict deadlines
– Determined and able to use your own initiative with a responsible approach to work
– Proven track record of effective multi-tasking in a fast-paced team environment
– Must be able to motivate and inspire a team to work effectively under pressure
– Professional and responsible customer focused attitude
– Good numerical, literacy, accuracy and English communication skills
– Ability to work flexible shift patterns and working hours including weekends and statutory holidays

Desirable criteria:

– Knowledge of coaching and development techniques
– Previous experience of carrying out appraisal, investigation and/or disciplinary processes
– Current counterbalance truck license

Package:

– £22,000 starting p/a

– Holiday increase with length of service

– Company uniform

– Attendance bonus scheme

– Childcare vouchers

– Pension

For immediate  interview please contact Debbie/Kieran 02895 219 313 or send your cv.

Bluestones Staffing NI are acting as a recruitment agency.