Job Description

Job Title: Control Technician


Knauf stands for

opportunity

. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf Insulation in the Engineering Team could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us. We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.


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Can you say 'yes'?...

Do you act with safety as a priority? Do you have a flexible approach to your work? Do you have enjoy working in a busy Engineering environment?
As our Control Technician, you will aim to maximise availability of the plant and processes and ensure they operate effectively, efficiently and safely.

What you'll be doing...

Equipment Failures

- Carry out effective, efficient fault finding and problem

resolution to root cause where possible on a wide range of complex systems in


a continuous process environment so that they maintain the plant to deliver the


target operating efficiencies.

Safety & Compliance

- Apply, and ensure compliance, with the Company's

Health & Safety and Environmental Policy and Procedures so that a safe and


secure environment is maintained.

Budget Control

- To support the Engineering group by following all financial

control procedures so that the Engineering Team has an accurate and up to


date picture of current spend vs. budget.

Continuous Improvement

- Actively engaging in plant CI activities.

Physical Infrastructure

- Support the Engineering Manager in keeping the Site,

buildings and fabric, physical infrastructure and Manufacturing and Assembly


assets and equipment, in a well maintained and safe condition by reporting


issues and carrying out remedial repairs where possible.

Resource Utilisation

- Ensure effective utilisation of time by focusing on

current notifications, works orders and PM routines along with the use of key


predictive engineering tools (thermal imaging etc.).

A full role profile is available upon request from HR/Talent Acquisition.

What we'd love for you to have:

We are interested in you as a person, your attitude, behaviours and values. If you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.


If you have any of the following - this would be an added advantage:





Time served multi-skilled engineer ideally with HNC qualification in a technical discipline or suitable knowledge through experience. A strong technical knowledge of PLC's, drives, networks and mechanics. Flexible to carry out any tasks as requested within their capability (training, competence). Proactive mind-set and good planning skills.

We'll provide:

Enhanced Holiday Pay - 33 days including bank holidays plus the opportunity to purchase more 16 weeks Company Sick Pay after 3 months of service Group Income Protection Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption packages Life Assurance - 4 x annual salary Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Staff Bonus Scheme Career Progression Routes Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured Westfield Health Cash Plan Perkbox Access to Costco Membership Wickes Employee Purchase Scheme On site Gyms Wellbeing Initiatives and Mental Health First Aiders Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Cycle to work scheme On site Car Charging Points

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process, so we will reply to your application ASAP.