Reliability Engineer

Are you a hands-on engineer with a passion for improving performance and reducing downtime? Join our fast-paced team and play a key role in driving equipment reliability and operational excellence., As a Reliability Engineer, you’ll lead proactive engineering initiatives to maximise uptime, improve machine performance, and reduce maintenance costs. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, and Production, you’ll analyse data, identify trends, and implement innovative reliability solutions across the plant. This role is days based, working 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday., * Drive equipment reliability & downtime reduction through root cause analysis and corrective actions

• Develop and optimise predictive & preventative maintenance (PPM) strategies
• Use tools like Power BI & OMP to analyse performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Apply predictive techniques (vibration, thermal imaging, oil analysis, etc.)
• Support continuous improvement and long-term engineering strategy
• Contribute to capital projects, upgrades, and innovation initiatives
• Promote safe working practices across the site

Do you have experience in Root cause analysis?, * Apprenticeship trained engineer with experience in manufacturing

• Strong mechanical and fault-finding skills
• Experience with predictive maintenance & reliability engineering
• Proven data analysis skills (Power BI preferred)
• Ability to perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Corrugated industry experience, OMP systems, RCM or CMMS knowledge, multi-skilled background (desirable)

If you’re driven to improve reliability and make a measurable difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Pulled from the full job description

• Annual leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme, * Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.