Engineering Technician (Manufacturing)
Salary £COMPETITIVE
Location Loughton
Temporary, Full Time
Start date: 01 April 2025
Shift pattern:
From 1st April to 30 June 2025, you will be working Tuesday to Thursday, 6am - 6pm. From 1st July 2025, we will move to a Double Day shift pattern - Monday to Friday, 6am - 2pm or 2pm 10pm (alternated weekly). We also have a permanent night shift available - Monday to Friday - 10pm - 6am. Starting salary:
£44,668 per annum, rising to £45,618 on successful completion of 3-month probation. Moving to £53,538 when working Double Day shift. Plus highly competitive overtime payments. Night shift salary:
£55,228 rising to £56,178 on successful completion of 3-month probation. The Vacancy Are you a time served apprentice Engineer? Do you have experience of working within a manufacturing or industrial environment? Do you enjoy working to and meeting deadlines? If so, then we have the opportunity for you… We are looking for an Engineering Technician to join our Engineering Team within our Currency division. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing environment with experience in performing maintenance works minimizing downtime, and ensuring optimum production performance in order to guarantee that the needs of our customers are met.
You will need to be a time served apprentice Engineer, that is multi skilled with either an electrical or mechanical bias. This is an excellent opportunity to join an iconic British manufacturer and global leader of Banknotes solutions. This is a permanent, full-time vacancy based at our Debden site. What will you be doing? In this role you will: - Perform periodic maintenance checks and procedures on all production equipment in order to maximise equipment availability/performance.
To review and analyse data and use problem solving tools to identify areas of improvement.
To respond to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner to ensure continuity of production, report findings and record solutions.
Ensure maintenance management system is updated for data collection and auditing.
To provide support and advice on potential operational and performance improvements including, training and documentation.
To support the introduction of new equipment including Training, Installation, Commissioning, Customer handover and maintenance.
Be flexible in terms of hours and shifts to maintain continuity of production.
To maintain a high standard of workmanship, work safely, and comply with current Health, Safety & Environmental legislation at all times.
Analyse equipment performance and failures by using data to help drive OEE.
What qualifications, skills and experience are we looking for? HNC level or equivalent in an Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical discipline
Qualified with 18th Edition Regs.
Experience and working knowledge of using Agility CMMS.
Experience and working knowledge of BMS systems
Trained in PLC diagnostics an advantage.
Knowledge in continuous improvement techniques, 5S, SMED, Lean and Six Sigma an advantage.
IT Literate, fully conversant with MS Office. CAD an advantage.
Fully conversant with intricate, electro-mechanical control systems and schematics.
About De La Rue De La Rue’s purpose is securing trust between people, businesses, and governments We operate globally to provide highly secure physical and digital solutions to 140 countries. As a currency provider, we are the trusted partner of choice for governments, central banks and businesses seeking to secure their global supply chains and cash
cycles. Specialising in product design, international manufacturing, and digital solutions, we are trusted by governments, central banks and brands to provide secure products and services that protect economies, revenue sources and reputations. Our solutions enable
businesses and people to participate securely in the global economy whilst protecting people from the impact of counterfeiting and illicit trade. Benefits Hybrid working opportunities
26 days annual leave exclusive of bank holidays
Contributory pension scheme (De La Rue pay 1.5x the employee’s contribution up to a maximum of 9%)
Sharesave Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Subsidised Gym Memberships
Various other perks and Employee Assistance packages
This is only a brief outline of the role and duties therein. For more information simply download the job description below or to apply click Apply Now.
From 1st April to 30 June 2025, you will be working Tuesday to Thursday, 6am - 6pm. From 1st July 2025, we will move to a Double Day shift pattern - Monday to Friday, 6am - 2pm or 2pm 10pm (alternated weekly). We also have a permanent night shift available - Monday to Friday - 10pm - 6am. Starting salary:
£44,668 per annum, rising to £45,618 on successful completion of 3-month probation. Moving to £53,538 when working Double Day shift. Plus highly competitive overtime payments. Night shift salary:
£55,228 rising to £56,178 on successful completion of 3-month probation. The Vacancy Are you a time served apprentice Engineer? Do you have experience of working within a manufacturing or industrial environment? Do you enjoy working to and meeting deadlines? If so, then we have the opportunity for you… We are looking for an Engineering Technician to join our Engineering Team within our Currency division. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing environment with experience in performing maintenance works minimizing downtime, and ensuring optimum production performance in order to guarantee that the needs of our customers are met.
You will need to be a time served apprentice Engineer, that is multi skilled with either an electrical or mechanical bias. This is an excellent opportunity to join an iconic British manufacturer and global leader of Banknotes solutions. This is a permanent, full-time vacancy based at our Debden site. What will you be doing? In this role you will: - Perform periodic maintenance checks and procedures on all production equipment in order to maximise equipment availability/performance.
To review and analyse data and use problem solving tools to identify areas of improvement.
To respond to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner to ensure continuity of production, report findings and record solutions.
Ensure maintenance management system is updated for data collection and auditing.
To provide support and advice on potential operational and performance improvements including, training and documentation.
To support the introduction of new equipment including Training, Installation, Commissioning, Customer handover and maintenance.
Be flexible in terms of hours and shifts to maintain continuity of production.
To maintain a high standard of workmanship, work safely, and comply with current Health, Safety & Environmental legislation at all times.
Analyse equipment performance and failures by using data to help drive OEE.
What qualifications, skills and experience are we looking for? HNC level or equivalent in an Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical discipline
Qualified with 18th Edition Regs.
Experience and working knowledge of using Agility CMMS.
Experience and working knowledge of BMS systems
Trained in PLC diagnostics an advantage.
Knowledge in continuous improvement techniques, 5S, SMED, Lean and Six Sigma an advantage.
IT Literate, fully conversant with MS Office. CAD an advantage.
Fully conversant with intricate, electro-mechanical control systems and schematics.
About De La Rue De La Rue’s purpose is securing trust between people, businesses, and governments We operate globally to provide highly secure physical and digital solutions to 140 countries. As a currency provider, we are the trusted partner of choice for governments, central banks and businesses seeking to secure their global supply chains and cash
cycles. Specialising in product design, international manufacturing, and digital solutions, we are trusted by governments, central banks and brands to provide secure products and services that protect economies, revenue sources and reputations. Our solutions enable
businesses and people to participate securely in the global economy whilst protecting people from the impact of counterfeiting and illicit trade. Benefits Hybrid working opportunities
26 days annual leave exclusive of bank holidays
Contributory pension scheme (De La Rue pay 1.5x the employee’s contribution up to a maximum of 9%)
Sharesave Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Subsidised Gym Memberships
Various other perks and Employee Assistance packages
This is only a brief outline of the role and duties therein. For more information simply download the job description below or to apply click Apply Now.
