Shift Engineer at Ibstock Plc in Kent, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

spare management

plant repairs

preventive maintenance

contractor coordination

corrective actions

safety compliance

Assisting the organising of essential spares as efficiently and effectively as required using supply lead times, cost and risk analysis to determine the spares purchased.
T aking a proactive role in achieving and where possible exceeding standards and performance in Health and Safety, Financial, Quality and Customer Service and Environmental requirements of the business.
Initiating repairs to plant and machinery in a responsive manner, in order to ensure continuity of production.
Ensure that the main plant of the site (batching, mixing and concrete delivery) is prioritised and maintained to a high standard to provide an ongoing reliable supply of concrete to all machines.
Ensuring all compliant checks & undertake PPM as per maintenance program carrying out effectively and on time keeping accurate records for reference.
Coordinating, control and direct contractors working on site to carry out their required work in a safe and effective manner.
Safely planning, prioritising and implementing agreed corrective actions within the maintenance role that arise in the day to day operation of the site and from improvement initiatives and meetings.
Assisting The Maintenance Supervisor in his duties to safely coordinate, plan and implement effective maintenance systems for the Sittingbourne operation.

Requirements

hydraulics

pneumatics

bench fitting

production

nvq

city & guilds

Sound Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Knowledge, such as Hydraulics and Pneumatics, bench fitting.
Production Knowledge Experience
Digicare+ Provided by Aviva
I ndustry Recognised Qualifications such as Mechanical/Electrical: NVQ level 3, City & Guilds Pt 1 & 2

Benefits

3x life insurance
Personal development and career progression opportunities
10% matched pension, administered by Legal and General
Competitive salary
Full access to Employee Assistance programme for self and family members
Share Save scheme eligibility
Factory quarterly bonus scheme
Access to high street retail discounts platform - with access to discounts at Tesco, Asda, etc…

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1899

Year Founded

The company was established in 1899 in the village of Ibstock.

£366.2m

Annual Revenue

Generated £366.2 million in revenue in 2024.

£15.1m

Net Income

Reported £15.1 million in net income during 2024.

200+ Years

Company Heritage

The company has a rich history spanning over 200 years.

The company evolved from coal mining into brickmaking over the 19th century.
It manufactures clay bricks, concrete products, walling stone, facade systems, roofing and flooring, lintels, fencing and infrastructure components.
Typical projects range from residential homes and commercial buildings to rail platforms, retaining walls and modular façade systems.
Through its Ibstock Telling GRC arm, it delivers bespoke glass-reinforced concrete facades for mid-to-high rise buildings.
Its Ibstock Futures division pioneers off‑site modular and façade manufacturing, targeting industrial-scale MMC solutions.
It has grown through strategic acquisitions—from Redland and Hepworth to Bain-led IPO.

Culture + Values

WE work together to achieve great things
WE earn trust by delivering on our promises
WE care about each other, our customers and our wider impact
WE have courage to do the right thing

Environment + Sustainability

37% Carbon Reduction

Absolute Emissions Drop

Achieved a 37% reduction in absolute carbon emissions (Scope 1 & 2) compared to the 2019 baseline.

20% Embodied Carbon

Sustainable Roof Tiles

Reduced the embodied carbon in roof tile range by 20%, promoting sustainable construction practices.

£10M Investment

Energy-Efficient Factory

Invested £10 million in energy-efficiency upgrades at Aldridge factory to reduce emissions.

32 EV Charging Points

Sustainable Transport Initiative

Installed 32 electric vehicle charging points across various sites to support cleaner transportation.

Net zero target: ESG Strategy 2030 with pathway to Net Zero across all areas.
First Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) rolled out across product range.
B rating in CDP for carbon disclosure (2023).
Gold status with Supply Chain Sustainability School (2023).
3,200 bluebell bulbs planted by colleagues (2023).

Inclusion & Diversity

34% Female Leadership

Female Representation in Senior Roles

Currently at 34%, with a target of achieving 40% female representation in senior leadership roles.

100% Job Offers

Apprenticeship Programme Success

All apprentices who completed the programme received job offers, demonstrating the company's commitment to fostering talent.

311k Bricks Donated

Supporting Skills Training

Over 311,000 bricks donated to schools and colleges to enhance skills training opportunities.

7% Earn & Learn

Employees in Developmental Roles

7% of employees are in Earn and Learn positions, recognized as a Gold Member of The 5% Club.

54 apprentices onboarded across multiple disciplines in 2023.
72 colleagues trained as Mental Health Allies in 2023.
Values-driven culture ('Teamwork, Trust, Care, Courage') co-created with colleagues.

Articles

Design & Technical Services

BIM Files

CPDs & Training

Investor Reports & Presentations

Role

Description

spare management

plant repairs

preventive maintenance

contractor coordination

corrective actions

safety compliance

Assisting the organising of essential spares as efficiently and effectively as required using supply lead times, cost and risk analysis to determine the spares purchased.
T aking a proactive role in achieving and where possible exceeding standards and performance in Health and Safety, Financial, Quality and Customer Service and Environmental requirements of the business.
Initiating repairs to plant and machinery in a responsive manner, in order to ensure continuity of production.
Ensure that the main plant of the site (batching, mixing and concrete delivery) is prioritised and maintained to a high standard to provide an ongoing reliable supply of concrete to all machines.
Ensuring all compliant checks & undertake PPM as per maintenance program carrying out effectively and on time keeping accurate records for reference.
Coordinating, control and direct contractors working on site to carry out their required work in a safe and effective manner.
Safely planning, prioritising and implementing agreed corrective actions within the maintenance role that arise in the day to day operation of the site and from improvement initiatives and meetings.
Assisting The Maintenance Supervisor in his duties to safely coordinate, plan and implement effective maintenance systems for the Sittingbourne operation.

Requirements

hydraulics

pneumatics

bench fitting

production

nvq

city & guilds

Sound Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Knowledge, such as Hydraulics and Pneumatics, bench fitting.
Production Knowledge Experience
Digicare+ Provided by Aviva
I ndustry Recognised Qualifications such as Mechanical/Electrical: NVQ level 3, City & Guilds Pt 1 & 2

Benefits

3x life insurance
Personal development and career progression opportunities
10% matched pension, administered by Legal and General
Competitive salary
Full access to Employee Assistance programme for self and family members
Share Save scheme eligibility
Factory quarterly bonus scheme
Access to high street retail discounts platform - with access to discounts at Tesco, Asda, etc…

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1899

Year Founded

The company was established in 1899 in the village of Ibstock.

£366.2m

Annual Revenue

Generated £366.2 million in revenue in 2024.

£15.1m

Net Income

Reported £15.1 million in net income during 2024.

200+ Years

Company Heritage

The company has a rich history spanning over 200 years.

The company evolved from coal mining into brickmaking over the 19th century.
It manufactures clay bricks, concrete products, walling stone, facade systems, roofing and flooring, lintels, fencing and infrastructure components.
Typical projects range from residential homes and commercial buildings to rail platforms, retaining walls and modular façade systems.
Through its Ibstock Telling GRC arm, it delivers bespoke glass-reinforced concrete facades for mid-to-high rise buildings.
Its Ibstock Futures division pioneers off‑site modular and façade manufacturing, targeting industrial-scale MMC solutions.
It has grown through strategic acquisitions—from Redland and Hepworth to Bain-led IPO.

Culture + Values

WE work together to achieve great things
WE earn trust by delivering on our promises
WE care about each other, our customers and our wider impact
WE have courage to do the right thing

Environment + Sustainability

37% Carbon Reduction

Absolute Emissions Drop

Achieved a 37% reduction in absolute carbon emissions (Scope 1 & 2) compared to the 2019 baseline.

20% Embodied Carbon

Sustainable Roof Tiles

Reduced the embodied carbon in roof tile range by 20%, promoting sustainable construction practices.

£10M Investment

Energy-Efficient Factory

Invested £10 million in energy-efficiency upgrades at Aldridge factory to reduce emissions.

32 EV Charging Points

Sustainable Transport Initiative

Installed 32 electric vehicle charging points across various sites to support cleaner transportation.

Net zero target: ESG Strategy 2030 with pathway to Net Zero across all areas.
First Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) rolled out across product range.
B rating in CDP for carbon disclosure (2023).
Gold status with Supply Chain Sustainability School (2023).
3,200 bluebell bulbs planted by colleagues (2023).

Inclusion & Diversity

34% Female Leadership

Female Representation in Senior Roles

Currently at 34%, with a target of achieving 40% female representation in senior leadership roles.

100% Job Offers

Apprenticeship Programme Success

All apprentices who completed the programme received job offers, demonstrating the company's commitment to fostering talent.

311k Bricks Donated

Supporting Skills Training

Over 311,000 bricks donated to schools and colleges to enhance skills training opportunities.

7% Earn & Learn

Employees in Developmental Roles

7% of employees are in Earn and Learn positions, recognized as a Gold Member of The 5% Club.

54 apprentices onboarded across multiple disciplines in 2023.
72 colleagues trained as Mental Health Allies in 2023.
Values-driven culture ('Teamwork, Trust, Care, Courage') co-created with colleagues.

Articles

Design & Technical Services

BIM Files

CPDs & Training

Investor Reports & Presentations