Multiskilled Maintenance Technician - Mechanical Bias in Runcorn

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Multiskilled Maintenance Technician with mechanical bias 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 Multiskilled Maintenance Technician with mechanical bias, 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 Multiskilled 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 

Multiskilled Maintenance Technician – Mechanical Bias

 

Runcorn, Cheshire

 

£41,671.61 (£36,683.28 + 10% shift allowance + £1,320 bonus) + excellent benefits

 

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