£32K/yr to £35K/yr
New Forest, England
Permanent, Variable

Mechanic I

Posted by TRADEBE UK.

**The company

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses with the commitment of creating a more sustainable planet and making significant contributions to human wellbeing. In the UK, we are leaders focused on recycling, energy recovery and circular economy, managing all different environmental liabilities in a sustainable way.

**Position: Maintenance Technician

****Location:**Fawley

**We offer

  • Salary from £32,000 - 35,000
  • Quarterly bonus
  • 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays?
  • 10% Pension??
  • Access to our benefits platform for discounts and cash back on shopping purchases, gyms and leisure activities, cycle to work scheme and dedicated wellbeing centre.

**The role

  • To be responsible for ensuring that appropriate repair and maintenance requirements are identified and undertaken as necessary to maintain plant availability.
  • Advise management on safety issues.
  • Carry out a risk assessment and method statement for routine and defect maintenance tasks as required.
  • Maintain a good standard of housekeeping.
  • Responsible for determining and executing repair and preventative maintenance on mechanical machinery.
  • Help other maintenance colleagues with routine tasks or major overhauls.
  • Provide mechanical maintenance support to maximise plant operation.
  • Provide support to the Engineering Department as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
  • Recommend modifications or maintenance procedures that enhance departmental performance.
  • Assist in the plant maintenance shutdown period.

Essential skills

  • NVQ Level III or HNC in mechanical maintenance.
  • At least 5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance and installation.
  • Proven experience of refurbishing pumps (centrifugal, piston, mono), conveyors, elevators, shredders, hydraulics, filter presses, bearings, gear boxes, fans, etc.
  • Good knowledge of health and safety legislation.
  • Knowledge of DCS, ESD, and PLC based control systems.
  • Good communication skills and being a team player.
  • Valid Driving Licence.
  • Trained or experienced FLT Driver.