Mechanical Technician

VacanciesMechanical TechnicianMiddlesbrough

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• Permanent / Full Time

Mechanical Technician | Middlesbrough
Permanent | Full Time
 
Are you an experienced Mechanical Technician looking for your next challenge within a chemical manufacturing environment?
 
We're recruiting on behalf of an established and growing chemical manufacturing business for a Mechanical Technician to join their maintenance team in Middlesbrough.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for a time-served Mechanical Technician who enjoys a varied, hands-on role, working on everything from preventative maintenance and breakdowns to installation work and site improvement projects.
 
You'll become part of a small, supportive team where your technical expertise will make a real difference to the safe and efficient running of the site.
 
 
The Role
 
As a Mechanical Technician, you'll report to the Maintenance Manager and be responsible for ensuring plant and equipment are maintained to the highest standards.
 
Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out mechanical fault finding and responding to breakdowns
• Installing, maintaining and repairing a wide range of mechanical equipment
• Completing planned preventative maintenance activities
• Recording maintenance activities accurately within the maintenance management system
• Assisting with minor engineering and improvement projects across the site
• Supporting general site maintenance activities where required
• Working safely at all times, ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures and relevant legislation

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this Mechanical Technician role, you'll have:

• Completed apprenticeship in a mechanical engineering discipline
• BTEC Level 3 Diploma, BTEC ONC or equivalent mechanical qualification
• Experience maintaining industrial mechanical equipment
• Knowledge of centrifugal, vane and air-operated diaphragm pumps
• Experience working with industrial valves, particularly ball valves
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• A flexible, team-focused approach and willingness to assist with general maintenance tasks when required

• Experience within the chemical or process manufacturing industry
• Knowledge of hazardous environments and ATEX regulations
• Experience working with pneumatic systems
• Additional engineering or maintenance skills
• A commitment to continuous learning and developing your technical knowledge

What's on Offer?

• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunity to join a well-established chemical manufacturing business
• Varied and hands-on engineering role
• Supportive and experienced maintenance team
• Ongoing training and opportunities to broaden your technical skill set
• The chance to play a key role in maintaining a safe, efficient and reliable manufacturing operation

Please apply with an up-to-date CV.

If shortlisted, our client will contact you to discuss the role and your experience further.

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