Are you a hands-on individual who loves tinkering with classic cars, bikes, or agricultural machinery?
Have you worked as a mechanic in a workshop or have experience mending tractors?
If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Maintenance Technician
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform mechanical maintenance on large production machines.
* Respond to and repair mechanical breakdowns swiftly.
* Utilize problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and prevent recurrence.
* Conduct planned refurbishments of production machinery once trained.
* Conduct checks and thermal inspections on production equipment.
* Execute Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and address reactive maintenance needs.
* Ensure all tasks are completed safely, adhering to Health and Safety regulations.
* Accurately complete all engineering documentation required.
* Manufacture spare parts (simple brackets, guards, and fixtures) using lathes or milling machines as needed.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* A strong background in mechanical maintenance, ideally from a workshop or agricultural setting.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* A keen eye for detail and the ability to work under pressure.
* An engineering qualification (NVQ level or above, ideally with an apprenticeship).
* Good knowledge of mechanical/maintenance engineering practices.
* A welding certificate (preferred but not essential).
* A self-starter who enjoys the challenges presented by complex machinery.
* A bright, technically sound individual with a commercial mindset.
* Enthusiastic, innovative, and open to embracing change and improvements.
* Week 1: 6am-2pm
* Week 2: Monday to Thursday 1pm-10pm; Friday 1pm-5pm
Benefits: 23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Pension Scheme, NHS Top-Up Scheme
Location: South Chard, South Somerset
If you're looking for a rewarding career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment and have a passion for machinery, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a vital part of a leading manufacturer in the industry!
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