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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer / Technician - Days - Belfast

Hays

Belfast

On-site

GBP 39,000

Full time

17 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer/Technician to join their team in Belfast. This role involves the maintenance and repair of various plant equipment, ensuring smooth operations and production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical maintenance, with skills in problem-solving and effective communication. You will enjoy a competitive salary and enhanced overtime rates, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes life assurance and generous leave policies. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Life Assurance x4
Enhanced ERs %
Christmas Vouchers
Long Service Awards
Company Sick Pay
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

Qualifications

  • 3+ years experience in automated plant maintenance.
  • Time-served Maintenance Fitter with mechanical qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and repair plant equipment to ensure production continuity.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance and repair mechanical assemblies.

Skills

Effective Communication
Problem Solving
Self-Motivation
Use of Diagnostic Tools

Education

Qualification in Mechanical Discipline

Tools

Standard Diagnostic Tools

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer / Technician - Days - Belfast - Salary £39000 + Enhanced OT Rates

Your New Company
Our client can proudly lean on a wealth of experience, are a leading force within their area of expertise and are involved across a wide range of business streams.

Your New Role
Whilst working as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer / Technician you will directly report to the Mechanical Engineering Supervisor.

This role will impact the success of the company through the effective maintenance and repair of plant equipment to ensure the ongoing manufacture of goods for our customers. Your core duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  1. Utilise mechanical drawings and specifications when working with equipment.
  2. Mechanical faults are repaired on plant equipment in a timely manner.
  3. Maintenance and repair of material handling equipment, presses, mixers, packers, weighers etc.
  4. Maintenance and repair of pneumatic and hydraulic controlled equipment.
  5. Maintenance and repair of drives and motors used in the production process.
  6. Operation of mills and lathes, in a safe manner.
  7. Conduct preventative maintenance activities in line with PM programme.
  8. Maintenance and repair of domestic elements within the mill and office accommodation.
  9. Conduct remedial work throughout the site and offices, i.e. removal of redundant equipment, modernisation thereof.
  10. Ensure tools are maintained in a clean and safe condition.
  11. Effective liaison with production on breakdown repair, maintenance and priority of breakdown.
  12. Effective liaison with production operators when determining the reasons for plant failure and establishing efficient methods of repair.
  13. Accurate and timely fabrication and repair of mechanical assemblies in mild and stainless steel.
  14. Pipe fitting and repairs as required to bring equipment back online.
  15. Accurate completion of records / documentation as required.
  16. Adherence to all health, safety and environmental procedures.

What You'll Need To Succeed
In order to be considered for this role you will need to demonstrate the following skills, qualifications and experience:

Skills
Able to communicate effectively at all levels, work to deadlines and under pressure, capable of solving problems, self-motivated, capable of working on your own initiative, and capable of using standard diagnostic tools.

Education & Knowledge
Time-Served Maintenance Fitter, holder of a qualification in a mechanical discipline (desirable).

Experience
Candidates should have at least 3 years experience within an automated plant, previous turning & lathe experience (desirable), previous experience within the agri-food industry (desirable), experience of plant installation, sheet metal work, fabrication or welding experience, experience in pipe fitting & OR pipe welding, and experience of pneumatic & hydraulic systems.

Circumstances
This role may require operating on rotating 3-shifts, participating in the overtime rota, participating in the on-call rotas, holder of a valid Driving License, and own transport.

What You'll Get In Return
You will earn a highly competitive salary of £39000 for working a 39-hour week across an attractive days-only pattern (Monday - Thursday 07:30 - 16:00 + Friday 07:30 - 15:00). The salary is complemented with enhanced OT rates and a comprehensive benefits package inclusive of, but not limited to: Life Assurance x4, Enhanced ERs %, Christmas Vouchers, Long Service Awards, Company Sick Pay and Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay.

What You Need To Do Now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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