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The Compliance & Reliability Engineer ensures the reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of production equipment within the Brewing department and wider facilities infrastructure across the Brewdog sites in Ellon. This position is responsible for developing and implementing robust maintenance strategies, optimising asset performance, and ensuring compliance with statutory and quality regulations. The role focuses on driving proactive maintenance practices, overhauls, analysing failure modes and implementing value-added maintenance routines to meet legislation, HSEQ policies, minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
Job Responsibility:
Ensure all maintenance activities meet relevant legislation including but not limited to ATEX, DSEAR, PUWER, LOLER, PSSR, other aligned regulation, industry standards and site HSEQ policies
Ensure completion of risk assessments, implementation of safety measures, and support audits to maintain safety, quality, and legal compliance
Ensure all reliability initiatives and maintenance practices adhere to relevant food safety regulations and internal quality standards
Develop and implement reliability strategies that minimize the risk of contamination (physical, chemical, biological) including the appropriate use of tools, food-grade lubricants, product contact materials, and components in all maintenance and improvement projects
Lead or participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for recurring equipment failures
Conduct analysis for new and existing equipment, identifying failure modes and implementing strategies to prevent or minimise their impact when they occur
Utilise data analysis and engineering principles to diagnose complex issues
Analyse maintenance reports, spare parts usage, performance data to optimise routines that improve efficiency, reduce downtime and cost
Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive reliability improvement programs focused on maximizing OEE and throughput
Design and execute reliability tests to evaluate performance and predict component lifespan under typical operating conditions
Optimize preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to align with production cycles, minimising disruption whilst ensuring compliance
Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to integrate reliability best practices into daily operations and new equipment designs, considering hygienic design principles from the outset
Monitor equipment performance to ensure overhauls are carried out at optimum frequencies to obtain minimal production disruption and cost
Analyse maintenance reports, spare parts usage, performance data to optimise the strategy and routines to improve efficiency, reduce downtime and cost
Drive initiatives to enhance production efficiency across your nominated processes, which can include implementation of Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices
Provide technical guidance and assist in identifying training for maintenance staff
Stand in for Engineering & Maintenance Manager if required
Ensure that Health and Safety guidelines and fire regulations are strictly adhered to at all times
Comply with safe working practices as defined by BrewDog
Complete online or face to face training as and when required
Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by acts or omissions at work
Report any accidents, incidents or near misses as soon as reasonably practicable
Be aware of and adhere to BrewDog policies and the Workplace Code at all times
Take part in crew reviews throughout the year
Cooperate with other BrewDog departments to achieve a great experience for our customers, applicants, colleagues, and contractors
Attend training courses and complete online training modules as required to meet the requirements of the role
Take responsibility for own personal development, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills
Undertake any other duties as requested which are reasonably deemed to be within the scope of the role or necessary for the smooth running of the business
Apply the BrewDog charter and behaviours to every aspect of the role at all times
Protect and enhance the interests and reputation of BrewDog internally and externally
Requirements:
SVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent qualification
Proven experience in maintenance engineering, preferably within the food and beverage or FMCG industry
Experience in developing and implementing Predictive and Preventive Maintenance (PPM) strategies
Hands-on experience in planning and executing equipment overhauls and major repairs
Experience in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures
Proven track record in applying Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Lean Manufacturing principles to improve maintenance operations
Familiarity with managing spare parts inventory and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Experience of delivering practical and pragmatic compliance to legal frameworks within a regulated manufacturing industry
Strong understanding of compliance requirements within manufacturing industries, and maintenance methodologies which may include Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM), etc.
Knowledge of HSEQ policies and regulations
Sound understanding of industrial equipment failure modes and associated risk management strategies
Familiarity with automation and control systems used in manufacturing and food processing
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to equipment reliability and performance optimisation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in the context of failure analysis and troubleshooting
Proficiency in data analysis tools to monitor performance, identify trends, and optimize maintenance activities
Advanced skills in interpreting and creating and managing detailed maintenance schedules, work instructions, and technical documentation
Effective communication skills to collaborate across teams, train staff, and present technical information clearly to stakeholders
Proficiency in using CMMS software to create, mend and schedule routines and report on maintenance activities
High level of initiative and self-motivation, with the ability to work independently
Excellent attention to detail and a results-driven approach to maintenance operations
Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills to work across various departments and levels within the organization
Adaptable to changing priorities and capable of making decisions in fast-paced, dynamic environments
A commitment to health, safety, and operational excellence
Fulfil Emergency Response role as per Emergency Response Procedure
Nice to have:
Professional certifications in maintenance management, health and safety, or food safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) are advantageous
Relevant certifications in electrical, mechanical, or automation disciplines would be beneficial
What we offer:
Bonus scheme
Pension enhancements up to 10%
4-week sabbatical every 5 years
Staff discount
Extra holiday day each year
Additional pay for each beer exam passed
Enhanced sick pay
Healthcare
Life assurance
High street retail discounts
Employee assistance programmes
Enhanced family friendly policies around maternity and paternity leave
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