Key Responsibilities:
To abide by & promote health & safety, ensuring all approved company safety policies & processes and other relevant legislation is followed ensuring compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
To provide mechanical repair and maintenance skills including fault identification, analysis to facilitate repairs, improvements, inspections, adjustments and refurbishments to agreed standards
Provide good skill level and ability in general bench fitting including fitting of keys, shaft pulleys, gears, couplings, rolling element and plain bearings
Servicing, fault diagnosis and rectification of hydraulic and pneumatic system through interpretation of system drawing and equipment manual
Installation, condition monitoring and maintenance of gear reducers and clutch systems through fault diagnose, disassemble repair and rebuilding / refurbish of units to agreed standard
Where required the carry out of basic MIG and MMA welding and fabrication processes
Carry out of mechanical maintenance, inspection and repair of Waste processing machinery ( Shredders, separators, trommels etc), bulk storage equipment (silos, vessels, hoppers, etc.), transport systems (belt conveyors, drag chain, etc.) packing and baler systems
Plan, rig, sling and act as banksman for simple lifting operations. Where trained and competent operate powered hoists, pendant type
Basic welding & fabrication of equipment guarding, safety fences, etc. to agreed standard
Ensuring work areas are kept clear at all times and that unused or waste material are returned to stores or properly disposed of at all times
Ensure maintenance work is completed in a safe and timely manner and where required details of work carried out is reported to relevant Supervisor and recorded on Maintenance managements systems
Ensure that tools required for tasks are kept in good condition and that all defects are reported immediately
Performing other duties as requested by your maintenance supervisor and management team
What you will bring:
Ability to safely use a variety of basic hand tools, portable electrical equipment
Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude
General Bench fitting and basic fabrication
Good communication skills
Positive attitude towards working safely
Ensure occupational health and safety
Demonstrate openness to change, flexibility and adaptability
Good personal administration
Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
Receptive to and carry out training as and when required
Required Skills & Experiences:
Completed a recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship, City & Guilds Mechanical qualification or relevant NVQ Level 3
Previous Mechanical maintenance experience gained within the Recycling Industry medium / heavy industry, quarrying, process industry, etc
General steel fabrication
Basic MMA and MIG Welding
Knowledge of Industry safe standards and systems of work, including equipment isolation and permitting systems
Knowledge of removal, fitting and maintenance of rolling element bearings
Principles of basic bench fitting and engineering standards
Basic operation and data input using main stream computer operating systems, windows, apple, android, etc
Desirable Skills & Experiences (not mandatory):
Rigging & slinging
MEWP / IPAF trained
Woking at height / harness Training
Abrasive Wheels Trained
Fork lift / telehandler trained
IOSH Working Safely
Alignment of drives including motor, fans, gearboxes, etc
Repair on conveyor belting
Proven experience and fault finding and problem solving on a range of mechanical process equipment
Basic condition monitoring techniques for medium / heavy industrial equipment
Repair and maintenance techniques
Hydraulic and pneumatic circuits and component operation
Ability to read and fully understand 2D equipment drawings and hydraulic / pneumatic circuit drawings
We are Panda. We value waste.
We’re in the business of waste management but that doesn’t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste.
Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve.
At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other’s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we’re stronger together.
We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward.
We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don’t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make.
And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results — knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing.
Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact.
Take the first step and join us on the journey.
Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve.
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Salary description
£16.00 - £16.00 per hour