Our client is currently looking for a mechanically bias maintenance engineer for 3-6months contract.
The role will primarily be reactive/fault finding and planned maintenance work
Key Responsibilities
- Preventive Maintenance: Plan and execute scheduled preventive maintenance tasks to minimize equipment downtime and extend the lifecycle of machinery.
- Reactive Maintenance: Diagnose and repair equipment failures promptly to minimize production disruptions.
- Troubleshooting: Utilise technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in machinery and systems.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work performed, parts used, and equipment status, using the Maintenance Management Software (MMS).
- Safety Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities adhere to BASF safety standards and regulations, promoting a safe working environment.
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment reliability, performance, and efficiency.
- Collaboration: Work closely with production teams to understand equipment performance and support operational needs.
- Inventory Management: Monitor and manage spare parts inventory, ensuring that necessary components are available for maintenance activities.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (additional Electrical Engineering skills would be an advantage) Relevant certifications (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ, apprenticeship/time served) are advantageous.
- Proficiency in mechanical fault finding reactive maintenance essential
- Chemical sector or ATEX/COMAH site experience would be advantageous but not essential
Skills and Attributes:
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve issues effectively.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure quality maintenance and compliance with standards.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and support cross-functional initiatives.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Safety Consciousness: Strong commitment to health and safety practices and promoting a culture of safety.
- Computerised Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) e.g SAP, Maintenance Connect experience would be a big advantage
Hours of Operation
08:00 - 16:00 Monday to Friday with the flexibility to work longer if required
