ALPLA Group
What you will enjoy doing
Maintain allocated sections of the plant to ensure high equipment availability and good housekeeping.
Perform plant‑wide maintenance activities during shifts, breakdowns, shutdowns, and planned interventions.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Manage spares usage, scope work, execute tasks, and complete maintenance reporting.
Lead and supervise contractors when required.
Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs.
Use systematic troubleshooting and fault‑finding techniques; develop troubleshooting guides where required.
Consult equipment manuals and ensure machinery is maintained according to prescribed procedures.
Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation drawings and P&IDs.
Basic understanding of PLC control and electrical wiring.
Knowledge of VSDs, DOL and Star/Delta control systems.
Basic understanding of industrial networking protocols (ProfNet, Profibus).
Strong instrumentation knowledge (flow, pressure, level, and temperature sensors).
Understanding of PID control and its applications.
Work closely with production to minimise downtime and improve plant performance.
Document all maintenance work and maintain accurate records.
Perform mechanical installations, equipment changes, and repairs (bearings, seals, motors, pumps, gearboxes, valves, drives, screws, etc.).
Carry out overhauls and repair work as needed.
Conduct basic fabrication and rigging tasks.
Willingness to work overtime, when necessary, standby if required, and weekend work due to 24/7 shift operations.
What makes you great
Strong knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
Ability to diagnose electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical faults accurately and efficiently.
Understanding of production performance metrics, 5S principles, and Health & Safety practices
Millwright Trade Certificate or Electrical & Mechanical Trade Certificate (Essential).
Full N3 Engineering Certificate or higher.
At least 5 years post‑apprenticeship experience.
Industrial manufacturing experience is essential (Plastic is Advantageous).
Valid Code 08 (Code B) driver’s licence & own transport.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
What you can expect working with us
A modern and family work environment
Integration in a dynamic team where new ideas and improvement suggestions are welcome
Challenging tasks with a high degree of self-responsibility
Individual performance will be remunerated and further development supported
Closing date: 30 December 2025
Apply via company website ( ) or
career.alpla.com