What you'll be doing
* Conduct regular inspections of conveyor belts and sortation controls to identify potential issues and ensure optimal performance.
* Respond to breakdowns and troubleshoot technical problems with conveyor belts and sortation controls, including identifying faulty components, replacing parts, and resetting systems.
* Carry out preventative maintenance on conveyor belts and sortation controls, including lubrication, cleaning, and calibration.
* Work with the maintenance team to develop and implement maintenance schedules, procedures and protocols.
* Identify opportunities for improvement in the maintenance of conveyor belts and sortation controls, and provide recommendations to management.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a safe and clean working environment.
* Provide guidance and support to junior technicians and apprentices.
What you need to show us
* Proven experience in a similar maintenance role, preferably in a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment.
* Excellent knowledge of conveyor belt and sortation control systems, including electrical, mechanical and pneumatic components
* Strong fault-finding skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical problems quickly and effectively.
* Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
* Qualification in an engineering or technical discipline, such as electrical or mechanical engineering.
* Knowledge of health and safety regulations and experience working in a safe and clean working environment.
* Flexibility to work a 4on 4off shift pattern, including weekends and nights