The Mechanical Technician is responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance as well as improvements on all systems and equipment across the Plant. Working alongside other mechanical and electrical technicians and reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the role forms part of a the Maintenance Team who directly support site operations to maximise Plant availability. This can involve working alone, as a member of the wider team, or supporting 3rd party contractors. Safe working practice is a priority and the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental processes, policies and procedures must be adhered to at all times.
Mechanical Techniciain Experience:
* A time served mechanical fitter with in depth knowledge of equipment in a similar heavy/processing Plant.
* Must be able to read and understand technical drawings and be confident at diagnosing faults.
* Must have fabrication / welding experience and experience of using maintenance management systems and working within a permit system.
Education and qualifications:
* SVQ/NVQ/HNC/HND in a mechanical discipline.
* Rigging / slinging
* IPAF
* IOSH
* First aid
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Ensuring that plant commercial performance, availability and reliability are maintained to a high level by carrying out planned and reactive maintenance tasks on a range of equipment including:
* conveyors, pumps, valves, gearboxes, blowers, boilers, cooling systems etc.
* Maintain and carry out fault finding of equipment and systems. Work alongside other technicians to diagnose faults and where appropriate, suggest equipment upgrades or changes to operating procedures to prevent the re-occurrence of common faults.
* Assisting when required during major maintenance periods/shutdowns/outages to deliver multiple work packages to ensure maximum plant availability and efficiency.
* Supervise, direct and work alongside on-site contractors when required.
* Undertake assigned duties in order to maintain site legislative compliance including:
* Assist with the management of critical spares stock and ensure an adequate supply of general spares and consumables to minimise the risk of extended downtime in the event of a breakdown.
* Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site’s CMMS including, where required, the completion of maintenance reports and safety or environmental investigations.
* Developing, conducting and supporting continuous improvement activities, plant modifications, design work and outage preparations.
* Assist in the development and review of documentation such as, but not limited to, Standard Operating Procedures and maintenance manuals.
* Adhering to the site’s safe systems of work Company Safety Rules ensuring strict HSE compliance at all times.
* Identify and rectify or report any accidents, incidents, near misses, observations or anomalies that have, or have the potential to affect the safety of the process or personnel.
Mechanical Technician Package:
* Basic pay - £40,788
* Shift pay - £3,347.50
* OT paid at 1.75 hr rate
* 4 days ON / 4 days OFF
* 11.5 hr days with paid breaks – 5am to 4.30pm
* 21 days holiday
* 5% company pension contribution
* 3 x salary life assurance
* Private health and dental care