Mechanical Technician - #1781902

About

We have numerous opportunities for Mechanical Technicians to join our team, on our Stocksbridge and Rotherham sites.

As a Mechanical Technician you will be part of a multi-disciplined diagnostic team responding to breakdowns & completing planned maintenance working 12hr days. You will support the departments Shift Management team (Production and Engineering) to ensure Safety, Quality and Production Plans are all met. The team may be requested to assist across-site as required to support the business objectives. Individuals will be expected to work in all departments and gain a working knowledge of them, using the experience of the local team.

Benefits Of The Mechanical Technician

• 39 days holidays per year
• Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Free life assurance
• Income protection
• Free parking
• Career development and training
• Employee Assistance Programme
  
  

The Role & Responsibilities Of The Mechanical Technician

• Report to the Team Leader Engineering on all matters regarding the maintenance and operation of all plant and equipment.
• Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance activities on all aspects of plant and equipment on site.
• Self-organise and prioritise work requirements and manage these accordingly and as directed by the team leader, section engineer or shift manager.
• Assist in developing maintenance practices and procedures to improve and maintain the plant and equipment.
• Pick up work, book out spares and keep records of work carried out via CMMS and update team on issues.
• Ensure all legalisation relating to all systems is met and records keep.
• Advise the team leader or section engineer of any spares used or required.
• Ensure that all team members adhere to the agreed procedures and systems of workingat all times and report any changes that prevent you working to these standards. Have involvement in creating RA SWP & JTDs.
• Complete point of work risk assessments.
• Provide continuity of cover on site in the event of sickness & holiday.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained to the required standard liaising with all members of the engineering department as required.
• Reduce/eliminate all forms of waste from the department operations.
• Give general assistance wherever requested in all aspects of the company.
• Deputise for Team Leader
• Supervise/organise multi-skilled workforce
• oIssue permits etc
• Undertake on the job training
• Undertake training to learn new skills and use any training given
• Involvement in plant improvement projects
  
  

Required Of The Mechanical Technician

• A recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship (Preferably HNC but minimum ONC level or equivalent).
• Sound plant engineering knowledge and experience of industrial systems such as:
• Hydraulic systems
• Pumps, drives and gearboxes
• Heavy machinery
• Water cooling systems
• Conveyor systems
• Dust extraction systems
• Self-starting driven individual capable of leading a small team
• Ability to work with cross functional groups
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to methodically fault find any issues to root cause and front-line rectification.
• Experience of working under permit systems previously or has knowledge of how permit systems operate
• A customer focussed attitude with an understanding of prioritisation with current resources
  
  

The Working Pattern of the Mechanical Technician

• The Working Pattern of the Mechanical Technician will depend on the department they will be working in.
• If you would like to know more information about this Role, or any other Liberty Vacancies please contact Claire Leary in our Recruitment Team on0333 043 2501
  
  

TITL1_UKTJ

• Sheffield, England
  
  

Work experience

• Mechanical Engineering
  
  

Languages

• English