The role

Crown Paints invites you to become a part of our fantastic Multi-skilled Maintenance Team, working under the guidance of the Engineering Maintenance Manager at our Polymer Plant in Darwen, Blackburn.

This is a two shift role.

Key tasks and responsbibilties:

• Maintenance of electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, heating and ventilation systems, sometimes working within confined spaces and working at height.
• Identify, carry out and record necessary changes to the Polymer Plant preventative maintenance schedule.
• Attend regular meetings with Polymer Shift Leaders and Engineering management to discuss requirements and priorities for scheduled maintenance.
• Compile scheduled maintenance work to be carried out for improving production and asset utilisation based on data received from production KPI’s, RCM data gathering, lean initiative and downtime meetings
• Contact plant & equipment manufacturers to obtain technical information to facilitate servicing and repairs to minimise downtime
• Keep in touch with progress in energy development, with a view to implementing them at the Polymer Plant for savings.
• Contribute to Polymer Plant engineering / production projects and provide input to Capital Expenditure requests
• Undertake routine “6S” procedures and audits where required
• Undertake inspections, installations & maintenance in accordance with the IEC 60079 – 17 standards

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Time-served Mechanical / Electrical Maintenance technician · NVQ level 3 in an Engineering discipline or equivalent

• Practical knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical/electronic motion control systems. 

• Practical understanding of PLC systems - ability to interrogate, identify and correct errors. 

• ATEX or COMPEX certification desired

• All round understanding of current business functions of raw material movements, production, filtering and tanker loading / offloading

• Experience of installing and commissioning projects

• Counterbalance FLT licence

• MEWP license · IOSH · CompEx Ex01 – 04 & Ex11

What’s in it for you?

At Crown Paints we take pride in our warm and inclusive culture, excellent working conditions and offer an attractive reward package that includes:

• 28 days basic annual leave each year (plus bank holidays + paid mandatory closure period ie. Christmas)
• Health & wellbeing plans - a range of medical dental and optical treatments for you and your family
• A fantastic pension plan where the Company will match, and even double your contribution 
• Purchase a generous amount of significantly discounted paint for personal use
• Yearly tool allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 access to confidential support via an employee helpline with qualified counsellors
• Eating out, retail and leisure discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Training and development throughout your role
• A company culture that is inclusive, warm, welcoming, driven, and allows everyone to show up as themselves every single day without judgement

More about Crown Paints & Hempel

Crown Paints have been manufacturing paint for longer than most, over 200 years in fact, with over 60 years proudly holding the Royal Warrant. It’s fair to say that we know our craft; however, what really sets Crown apart is the support we provide for cultural, humanitarian and scientific causes across the world.

We are committed to promoting a workplace that values unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Creating an inclusive environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work is crucial for our success in shaping a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions.