Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician | Middlesbrough Permanent | Full TimeAre 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:\n

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• Carrying out mechanical fault finding and responding to breakdowns
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• Installing, maintaining and repairing a wide range of mechanical equipment
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• Completing planned preventative maintenance activities
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• Recording maintenance activities accurately within the maintenance management system
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• Assisting with minor engineering and improvement projects across the site
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• Supporting general site maintenance activities where required
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• Working safely at all times, ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures and relevant legislation
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What We're Looking ForTo be successful in this Mechanical Technician role, you'll have:\n

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

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

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• Permanent, full-time position
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• Opportunity to join a well-established chemical manufacturing business
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• Varied and hands-on engineering role
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• Supportive and experienced maintenance team
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• Ongoing training and opportunities to broaden your technical skill set
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• The chance to play a key role in maintaining a safe, efficient and reliable manufacturing operation
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If you're an experienced Mechanical Technician looking for a role where your skills are valued and you can continue to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply with an up-to-date CV. If shortlisted, our client will contact you to discuss the role and your experience further.Key Appointments UK Ltd will assess your suitability for the role based on the information contained in your CV and application. This includes your skills, experience, qualifications and location.By applying for this role, you consent to your CV being processed by Key Appointments UK Ltd for recruitment purposes only. Our full Privacy Policy is available on our website.Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback if your application is unsuccessful. We will endeavour to provide an outcome as soon as possible.