Engineering Technician

Akzonobel; Shotton; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Income protection

Staff discount

Company pension

Employee assistance

Life assurance

Product discounts

Flexible benefits

Job summary

AkzoNobel Deeside is seeking an Engineering Technician to keep plant machinery and infrastructure running safely, reliably and efficiently. A small engineering team will rely on you for reactive and proactive maintenance, PPM, and support for new equipment installation.

You’ll work across mechanical and electrical disciplines, with a focus on MTBF improvements, safety, and compliance with ALPS and LOTOTO procedures. A strong emphasis on continuous improvement and timely repairs is essential.

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled experience across mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Excellent IT and numeracy skills.
• Experience with permit-to-work systems and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults and perform timely repairs to minimise downtime.
• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance activities.
• Undertake routine inspections and repairs using mechanical and electrical skills.
• Support installation of new equipment and ensure compliance with codes and regulations.
• Assist with developing maintenance schedules to ensure safe operation of site equipment.
• Follow AkzoNobel EHS policies and ALPS work practices.
• Participate in risk reduction programmes and near-miss reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes and reliability.
• Support small engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Multi-skilled (mechanical & electrical

Problem solving

Root-cause analysis

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

HNC or equivalent

Engineering Apprenticeship Level 3

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Join our Manufacturing team in Deeside as an Engineering Technician, where you'll play a key role in keeping our factory machinery and infrastructure operating safely, reliably and efficiently. Working as part of a small engineering team, you'll provide both reactive and proactive maintenance support, responding to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing faults and helping to minimise production downtime. You'll also carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), support the installation of new equipment and contribute to continuous improvement across the site.,

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults and carry out timely repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance activities.
• Undertake routine inspections and repairs using both mechanical and electrical engineering skills.
• Support the installation of new equipment and ensure work is completed in accordance with relevant codes and regulations.
• Select and order alternative equipment and components to support rapid repair of production machinery and plant.
• Assist with developing maintenance schedules to ensure the safe and effective operation of site equipment.
• Work in accordance with AkzoNobel EHS policies and standardised ALPS work practices.
• Follow safe systems of work, including Lock Out Tag Out Try Out (LOTOTO) and permit-to-work systems.
• Ensure compliance with point-of-work risk assessments and change control systems.
• Participate in HSEQ&S risk reduction programmes and proactively respond to near-miss reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes, equipment reliability and working practices.
• Support small engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce plant downtime and maintenance costs.
• Support the development and implementation of standardised work and maintenance procedures.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent, or a time-served apprenticeship with relevant industrial experience.
• Successful completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship Level 3.
• Multi-skilled experience across mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Experience working in a maintenance and manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in hazardous areas and with associated Ex / ATEX equipment.
• Experience with permit-to-work systems, method statements and risk assessments.
• Excellent IT and numeracy skills, including experience using CMMS systems.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and deliver results within deadlines.
• Sound engineering principles and practices within the electrical discipline.
• Flexibility and willingness to undertake a broad range of tasks across the site.

Desirable

• CompEx accreditation (Ex01-06).

What Makes You Stand Out

• A proactive approach to maintenance and equipment reliability.
• A passion for continuous improvement and finding ways to reduce downtime.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the site.
• A strong commitment to health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• A willingness to take ownership of your own professional development.

Company Overview

Since 1792, we've been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that's dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today - while creating an even better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together., AkzoNobel - Deeside

Salary - £49,561 plus shift allowance £7,333.68

Benefits

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
• Income protection
• Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Life Assurance
• Company pension
• Product discounts
• Flexible benefits scheme offering Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more