Engineering Supervisor

The CompanyImerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The PositionEngineering Supervisor

Job Summary

Job title – Engineering Supervisor 

Location – St Austell - Parkandillick Calciner - PL26 8DY 

Hours of work – 7am-3pm - Monday - Friday

Salary – Up to £38K

Why work for Imerys?

At Imerys every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people and our aim is to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and to support our people to continuously learn, improve and innovate. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available.

The job role: You will be involved in the day to day management of the organisation and supervision of a team consisting of 5 x Mechanical Fitters (directly reporting) and 4 x Multi-Skilled Engineers.

Your main role is to supervise and organise a multi - disciplined maintenance engineering team ensuring all work is carried out in a safe and cost-effective manner so that the Plant is maintained to meet production demand.

You will: Ensure that the EMMS system is kept up to date with information on all

critical plant, whilst being responsible for; 

• Implementing continuous improvements in maintenance practices.

• Managing and maintaining the workshops and associated vehicles.

• Managing Electronic Maintenance Management System (IFS)

• Implementing and enforcing safe working practices and methods of work for the engineering team

• Ensuring that the Predictive and Preventative Maintenance programmes are kept up to date and performed at the recommended frequencies.

• Leading and directing workforce in problem identification, problem solving and implementing continuous improvement measures.

• Communicate with the team on an ongoing basis and make decisions related to productivity, cost reductions and waste elimination.

• Enforcing Imerys Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality standards and procedures and ensure they are adhered to by the engineering personnel and contractors.

Responsible for communication with the production team i.e. tasks of the day, major equipment, overall production such as; 

• Shutdown, equipment returning to operation

• responsible to maintain minimum / maximum inventory / stock levels to ensure high plant availability whilst identifying items no longer required

• Ensuring engineering equipment is appropriate for the task and is operated in a safe and efficient manner

• Identify and report incidents of unsatisfactory plant performance

• Inspect materials, products and/or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.

What’s in it for you?

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

• Generous Pension Plan

• Life Assurance

• Income Protection

• Company Sick Pay

• Car salary sacrifice scheme

• Discounts on external retailers

• Cycle to work scheme

We also offer a comprehensive package to support the Wellbeing of our people which includes: 

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• Virtual GP 

• Flu and Eye care vouchers 

• Enhanced family friendly policies 

• Menopause Support 

What we ask in return? 

You will have planning and prioritising skills, be a problem solver and effective decision maker whilst having;

• Relevant and demonstrated supervisory and people management experience.

• Knowledge and understanding of the Health and Safety Legislation – desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of Environmental Legislation – desirable

• Related qualification i.e. HNC / HND 

• Relevant management qualification such as NVQ3 / NVQ4

• IOSH managing safely certificate 

• Effective team player with proven ability to lead a team. 

• Be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently.

• Effective presentation, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Competent IT skills. 

• Ability to negotiate internally and externally.

• Flexible approach to working hours and respond to breakdowns as necessary.

We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch on 01952 281924. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position TypeFull time

and

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

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To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.