Field Technician

Saria Limited; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Job summary

APC (GB) Ltd, operating at the Doncaster site, is seeking a Field Technician to visit abattoirs, install and service equipment, and diagnose faults across the UK. The role involves UK-wide travel, occasional overnight stays, and a commitment to safety and quality.

You will join a small but motivated APC team, with opportunities to progress through training and development, while working a full-time schedule of 45 hours per week and a company van for site visits.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths, English and Science at Grade C or equivalent.
• Previous mechanical/engineering experience in a continuous process/manufacturing environment.
• Experience and knowledge of TIG welding and diaphragm pumps essential.
• Strong focus on safety, quality and compliance.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Visit abattoirs across the UK to maintain systems and equipment and report issues promptly.
• Assist in installations of abattoirs.
• Dismantle and assemble mechanical components and equipment.
• Diagnose faults on equipment used.
• Becoming part of APC technician team to ensure product quality.
• Investigate and implement corrective actions at site for complaints and report findings.
• Coordinate with APC and suppliers on issues and updates.
• Occasionally work away from home and on other sites meeting H&S requirements.
• Perform other ad hoc duties as requested by Management.

Skills

Driving Licence

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths, English, Science (Grade C)

Tools

TIG welding

Diaphragm pumps

Job description

Vacancy

Field Technician

Location: APC Doncaster

Business: APC is a global leader in the manufacture and sales of blood-derived functional plasma proteins and red blood cells. Our ingredients are used in animal diets, agronomy, and other industries to add value through the unique properties that positively impact billions of animals, and plants, each year. Today APC employs 500+ people in 8 countries with 17 manufacturing facilities worldwide.

APC (GB) Ltd is a manufacturer of pet food ingredients and is a joint venture between the SARIA and LGI Group, America. This is a small but highly motivated operation based in Doncaster and is supplying ingredients to the main pet food Companies in the UK and distribute all over the world.

The Position

An exciting opening has arisen for a Field Technician to join our team at our APC Doncaster site. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join an established and growing company, that is committed to helping conserve natural resources and protect the environment. In return we will offer you the opportunity to develop your existing skillset by investing in your training and future development in order to progress you to the next level and fulfil your potential.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working 45 hours per week, working Monday to Friday. The position does involve travelling (UK wide) and occasional overnight stays will be required.

As a Field Technician your duties and responsibilities will vary based on business requirements but will include:

• To visit abattoirs throughout the UK, maintaining various systems and equipment, ensuring the company is informed of any issues that may arise in a timely manner.
• Involvement in the installations of abattoirs.
• Dismantling components and equipment and assembling mechanical components.
• Diagnose faults on the equipment used.
• To become an integral part of the team of APC technicians and ensure product quality is achieved.
• Ensure thorough investigation and corrective actions are conducted at site for all complaints and ensure these are reported accordingly.
• To ensure both APC and suppliers are kept up to date with any issues highlighted internally or externally.
• To work away occasionally (including overnight stays) and work on other sites ensuring all H&S requirements are fulfilled.
• Any other ad hoc duties as requested by the Management Team.

The Person

• Candidates must hold a full UK Driving Licence.
• Must have a minimum grade C in GCSE Maths, English, Science, or equivalent.

• Previous mechanical / engineering experience within a continuous process / manufacturing environment.
• Experience and knowledge of TIG welding and diaphragm pumps would be essential.
• Have a high regard for safety, quality, and compliance.
• Be accurate and have a great attention to detail.

• You must be a proactive and motivated individual.
• Be able to work on your own or as part of a team.
• Be an effective communicator both written and verbally.

Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits, plus Company van

* Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted due to the high volume of CV’s being received.