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.

Whilst working your core duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Utilise mechanical drawings and specifications when working with equipment • Mechanical faults are repaired on plant equipment in a timely manner • Maintenance and repair of material handling equipment, presses, mixers, packers, weighers etc. • Maintenance and repair of pneumatic and hydraulic controlled equipment • Maintenance and repair of drives and motors used in the production process • Operation of mills and lathes, in a safe manner • Conduct preventative maintenance activities in line with PM programme • Maintenance and repair of domestic elements within the mill and office accommodation • Conduct remedial work throughout the site and offices, i.e. removal of redundant equipment, modernisation thereof.

Ensure tools are maintained in a clean and safe condition • Effective liaison with production on breakdown repair, maintenance and priority of breakdown • Effective liaison with production operators when determining the reasons for plant failure and establishing efficient methods of repair • Accurate and timely fabrication and repair of mechanical assemblies in mild and stainless steel • Pipe fitting and repairs as required to bring equipment back online • Accurate completion of records / documentation as required • 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 • Able to work to deadlines and under pressure • Capable of solving problems • Self-motivated • Capable of working on your own initiative • 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 • Experience of pneumatic & hydraulic systems.

Circumstances

This role may require operating on rotating 3-shifts • This role will require participating in the overtime rota • This role will require participating in the on-call rotas • Holder of a valid Driving License • 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 complimented with enhanced OT rates and a comprehensive benefits package inclusive of, but not limited to: Life Assurance x4, Enhanced ERs Pension @ 6%, 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.