Utilities Technician

Based - Lifton, Devon42 hours per week, 4 on, 4 off, Rotating days and nightsSalary - £44,203 per annumAre you an experienced engineering, maintenance or utilities professional who enjoys keeping essential plant and services running safely and reliably?We're looking for a Utilities Technician to join our team at the Ambrosia Creamery site in Lifton, Devon. Reporting to the Site Services Manager, you'll help operate, monitor and maintain the utilities plant that supports our continuous manufacturing operations. This includes steam, refrigeration, compressed air, water and effluent services.What you will be doing:Operating and monitoring boilers, refrigeration, compressed air, water treatment and effluent systemsCompleting routine plant checks, sampling, meter readings and operating recordsCarrying out planned maintenance, first-line repairs and fault-finding within your level of competenceResponding to plant alarms, breakdowns and interruptions to utilities servicesIdentifying defects, abnormal operating conditions and emerging risksMaintaining accurate maintenance, compliance and shift-handover recordsSupporting statutory inspections, specialist contractors and improvement projectsHelping improve plant reliability, energy efficiency and operating costsWhat we need from you:You'll have relevant practical experience within engineering, maintenance, utilities or process operations, along with hands-on experience of operating, maintaining or fault-finding on industrial plant or process equipment.You'll also bring:Practical mechanical knowledge and a basic understanding of electrical systemsStrong safety and environmental awarenessThe ability to identify problems, take appropriate action and communicate clearlyConfidence working independently as part of a 24/7 shift teamThe ability to use maintenance systems and keep accurate recordsExperience with boilers, refrigeration, compressed air, water treatment or effluent systems would be particularly valuable. Experience within food manufacturing or another regulated process environment would also be beneficial.Why join us?This is a great opportunity to take ownership of essential site utilities, develop your technical knowledge and contribute to improvements in safety, reliability, efficiency and cost.If you're practical, safety-focused and ready to play an important part in keeping a busy manufacturing site running, we'd love to hear from you!At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.TPBN1_UKTJ