<!-- Introduction --><div class="feature-text"><h2> Your new role</h2><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">As our new Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maximising productivity through proactive maintenance, reducing downtime and improving machine efficiency.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">As a key member of the engineering team carrying out maintenance on the manufacturing sites; ensuring work is carried out safely; keeping machines well maintained in a safe working condition; providing support and training to the engineering apprentices; Carrying out regulatory and statutory inspections; Support in ensuring contractors are correctly managed when on site; update spare part inventory ensuring enough spares are kept in stock; keep accurate records; provide detailed reports (including but not limited to) of any maintenance, breakdowns and incidents; Provide ideas and solutions to improve current machinery and process’; Support in specifying new machinery; Ensuring new machinery is safely brought into operation; Carry out risk assessments and developing SSOWs. &nbsp;</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Shift pattern -&nbsp;</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;"><strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-weight:700;">Week 1&nbsp;</strong>- Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun&nbsp;</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;"><strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-weight:700;">Week 2</strong> - Wed, Thu</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Company vehicle to use during work hours for travel to our other sites. (Full driving licence is required.)&nbsp;</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">&nbsp;</p></div><!-- Responsibilities --><div><h3>What you'll be doing</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;margin:10px 0px 15px 20px;padding:0px 0px 0px 20px;"><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Ensuring all machinery and equipment is kept in a safe working condition.</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Keep machine and equipment downtime to a minimum.</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Carry out proactive planned maintenance tasks</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Carry out reactive maintenance tasks</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Carry out machine/equipment improvements to improve safety and/or efficiency.</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Diagnose faults effectively and make good whenever possible.</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Implement minor electrical installation works (depending on qualifications)</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Carry out mechanical repair and/or replacement of equipment</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Ensure all tasks are risk assessed through site specific, job specific or dynamic risk assessments.</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Sourcing parts and materials from suppliers and arranging procurement</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Administering work permits and monitoring 3rd party contractors.</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Keeping accurate records</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Updating and maintaining the maintenance records</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Keep work areas clean and tidy at all times</p></li></ul></div><!-- Ideal Candidate --><div><h3>The role is for you if...</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;margin:10px 0px 15px 20px;padding:0px 0px 0px 20px;"><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">2+ years' experience in maintenance role</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, pneumatic and mechanical systems</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Able to demonstrate strong analytical thinking and have strong decision making skills</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Good literacy and numeracy skills, able to keep a track of and report on activity</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Team player</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Adaptable and flexible</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Tidy worker with good organisational skills.</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues&nbsp;</p></li></ul></div><!-- Package Description --><div><h3>About DFS</h3><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home — and that’s just what we do at DFS. We’re the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">We're a market leader in the UK because of one thing: our people. Our people made us who we are and will drive us into our ambitious future, together. We offer incredible opportunities to get stuck into fun and meaningful work as well as learn new skills — so you can really ‘find your thing’.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">DFS Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer; celebrating diversity and committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We extend a warm welcome to everyone, embracing a variety of voices and perspectives. As we continue to work on building a workplace that is representative of the customers we serve and the communities we live and work in, we strongly encourage applications from members of minority and under-represented groups. Across the Group, we want to create an environment where everyone feels at home.</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">(All roles are subject to satisfactory references and DBS check)</p></div><!-- About the Company --><div><h3>DFS Benefits</h3><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">We want you to really feel at home at DFS, with the support you need to do your best work, as well as a range of great benefits:<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;">&nbsp;</p><ul style="margin:10px 0px 15px 20px;padding:0px 0px 0px 20px;"><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">A huge 30% colleague discount, plus 15% friends &amp; family discount across our Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell)</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Holiday allowance – the time you need to rest and relax (and the longer you’re with us, the more time you’ll get!)&nbsp;</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Access to a range of high street &amp; online discounts from: Sainsbury’s, ASOS, Currys PC World, IKEA, John Lewis and more.&nbsp;</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Discounted Gym and Cinema memberships to help you unwind</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Progression and Development opportunities to grow your skills</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Group Pension Scheme</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Group Sharesave Scheme</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Life Assurance &amp; Company Sick Pay</li></ul></div><!-- Apply Button --><a href="https://apply.dfscareers.co.uk/members/?j=2719&amp;lang=en&amp;" class="btn btn-apply apply_bottom">Apply<i class="fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a>