Maintenance Operator

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Operator, to be part of our maintenance team at Hope Cement Works, Derbyshire. Our maintenance team play a key role in our daily operations and major plant shutdowns, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our site. The Maintenance team is essential for supporting mastered plant reliability to ensure the plant meets or exceeds its reliability targets. The core purpose of this role is to effectively execute the plant lubrication strategy and perform first-level plant maintenance. At Hope Cement Works, health, safety, and environmental responsibility are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a proactive and safety-conscious individual who shares our commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence. The role is based within our Hope Works Cement plant in the Peak District. As the largest cement manufacturer in the UK, we produce around 1.5 million tonnes of cement annually. With a proud history dating back to 1929, our plant plays a crucial role in the local economy, employing over 200 skilled professionals and utilising local materials to drive sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities Execute the Predictive Lubrication Strategy: Perform precise lubrication application and condition monitoring on all plant equipment in accordance with the established strategy. · Data Integrity & CMMS: Accurately record and manage all lubrication activities, oil analysis data, and fluid consumption within Maximo. · Advanced Oil Analysis: Conduct precise fluid sampling for external oil analysis, manage sample despatch and interpret/document results to identify potential equipment failures early. · Maintain Lubrication Systems: Proactively service, maintain, and troubleshoot all auto lubrication systems, grease lines, and centralised lubrication plants. · Storage & Stock: Ensure the highest standard of contamination control and good housekeeping within lubrication systems and storage areas. · Supplier & Development: o Liaise with the reliability team to determine future requirements. o Liaise with suppliers to order and coordinate deliveries. o Liaise with industry application engineers to develop improvement plans. · Compliance & Standards: o Ensure compliance to standards. o Use and maintain COSHH assessments and actively engage with the COSHH database. · Safety & Environment: o Actively take responsibility for your safety and the safety of others. o Use and maintain risk assessments/method statements. o Complete dynamic STOP point-of-work assessments. o Raise safety observations and act to resolve when possible. o Participate and engage in toolbox talks. o Ensure compliance with environmental standards and waste duty of care. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING · Lubrication: BINDT Lubrication level 1, ICML certification (e.g., MLT I) or similar. · Licenses/Tickets: Licence for FLT (Forklift Truck) & MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform). · Safety & Environment: o Trained in using overhead crane/slinging & rigging. o IOSH Working Safely. o Environmental Awareness Training, Waste duty of care training. o Duty of Care Controlled Waste and Hazardous Waste paperwork completion. o COSHH, Face Fit, Manual handling training, RAMS / STOP, LOTOTO. o ISO Standards (Basics). We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our team in a semi-skilled maintenance role within a heavy industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in first-level maintenance and inspection, with a proactive approach to planned maintenance activities. Essential Skills & Experience: • Previous experience in a heavy industry setting. • Demonstrated ability in semi-skilled maintenance tasks. • Familiarity with lubrication systems, plant operations, and general maintenance procedures. • Basic IT proficiency, including working knowledge of Maximo, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and handheld technology. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. Job Benefits • Company pension • Bonus scheme • 33 days holiday inc BH plus service related days • Holiday buy scheme • Life assurance • Share Save Scheme • Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoptions scheme • Volunteering policy • Health & Wellbeing Initiatives • Employee discount scheme • Retirement Holiday Scheme • Free on-site Parking • Digital GP • Flexible benefits portal