Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Mechanical Maintenance Technician sought by a recycling facility in Runcorn.  This subsidiary of an international, £multibillion turnover plastics manufacturer is focused on growing the circular economy and they see innovation within PVC recycling as pivotal to their global sustainability strategy.
 
This is a permanent role on weekly rotating shifts, 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm, known formally within the business as Mechanical Technician.
 
The Role:
As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you’ll be working as part of a team on the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of bearing replacements conveyor belts, motor gearbox replacements, electrical and instrumentation equipment in compliance with industry regulations, Health & Safety standards, and company procedures. Your duties will include:

Carrying out mechanical tasks as part of a multifunctional team: bearing replacements conveyor belts, motor gearbox replacements
Carrying out TPM tasks to ensure maximum OEE is achieved
Participating in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance system reliability and efficiency
Working closely with engineers, production teams and external contractors to ensure timely resolution of issues
Following strict Health & Safety guidelines, conducting risk assessments and ensuring compliance with safe work practices
Working as part of a team installing, calibrating and maintaining electrical and instrumentation systems including motors, sensors, actuators, PLCs and control panels
Troubleshooting: diagnosing and repairing electrical and instrumentation faults on a variety of systems
Performing routine testing, calibration and validation of instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance
Accurately maintaining records of all electrical and instrumentation work: maintenance logs, calibration reports, work orders and spare parts stores management
Ensuring all work complies with relevant legislation, including Electricity at Work Regulations, IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and company policies
Working on a shift pattern or 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm, rotating on a weekly basis
The successful Mechanical Maintenance Technician will demonstrate:

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent
Strong mechanical engineering bias with some electrical experience
Excellent communication skills
Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills
Ability to work independently and within a team
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with electrical drawings and schematics 
The following skills and experience are desirable but not essential:

18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent
Demonstrable experience in an electrical and instrumentation role, across multiple sectors including manufacturing, industrial, energy, or related industries
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, control systems, and instrumentation technologies
Instrumentation certification
COMPEX certification
Experience working in hazardous environments (ATEX)
Familiarity with DCS (Distributed Control Systems)
Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and automation is advantageous 
Benefits:

£41,671.61 including shift allowance and bonus – see below
£36,683.28 base salary (£18.87 hourly rate)
10% shift allowance (after completing probation)
£60 per month attendance bonus
£50 per month production target bonus
Time off in lieu
Pension scheme
Free flu jabs
Health & wellbeing
32 days holidays including bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 2 years’ service 
Option to buy and sell holiday  
Cycle to Work scheme
Long service awards
Company rewards platform
Employee assistance programme
Internal training academy
Access to external training and supported education
Social culture and events 
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
 
Runcorn, Cheshire
 
£41,671.61 (£36,683.28 + 10% shift allowance + £1,320 bonus) + excellent benefits
 
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