Heavy Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Hunter Knight Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician to maintain cranes and automated bulk handling systems. The ideal candidate should have qualifications in Engineering and experience in heavy industry. Competitive package including training, bonuses, and a strong pension scheme offered.

Benefits

Annual bonuses based on company performance

Excellent Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Free on-site gym

Extensive training opportunities

Qualifications

• Preferably qualified to HNC level in a suitable Engineering subject or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience with large gearboxes, couplings, motors and conveyor systems.
• Ability to work with hand held tablets for maintenance management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cranes and fully automated bulk handling systems.
• Complete planned, corrective, and reactive maintenance work.
• Ensure completion of documentation including daily logs.

Skills

Maintenance work

Fault finding diagnostic methodologies

Teamwork

Mechanical skills

Education

HNC level in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Computer Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician - Static Plant - Cranes, Bulk Handling

Full Training provided. A background in medium to heavy industry, such as steel, rail, ports, power generation, or repair and overhaul workshops, would be a good fit.

Location and Conditions

Location: Avonmouth

Hours: Mon-Fri: #removed#

Package and Benefits

• Package: £50,371 - Basic: £44,697 + Supplements (£5,674) + benefits and overtime x 1.25 + £1,000 annual bonus
• Supplement details: The supplements are split into two sections. The first is payable on start or employment, and the second is task-specific and paid on completion of an external wire rope course, usually completed within 3-6 months of joining, depending on course offerings.
• Corporate Benefits
• Wire rope inspection course
• Annual Bonuses based on company performance
• Excellent Pension Scheme - 4% Employee and 8% Employer
• Life Insurance
• Generous annual leave - 25 days+
• Subsidised on-site canteen
• Extensive training and progression opportunities within own training school
• Free on-site gym

Role and Responsibilities

• Maintain cranes and fully automated bulk handling systems.
• Complete planned, corrective, and reactive maintenance work in a number of different environments.
• Liaise with operations to prioritise rectification of unserviceable machinery using fault finding diagnostic methodologies and equipment; minimising reactive maintenance.
• Ensure completion of documentation including daily logs and maintenance work orders.
• Carry out duties with due care and attention, adhering to the company Health & Safety Policy and HSE regulations.
• Uphold the highest standards and practices in mechanical work.
• Demonstrate commitment to multi-skilled activity and team work.
• Demonstrate an excellent attitude to our continuous improvement culture, bringing new ideas to the team to enable smarter working, rather than harder working.

Desirable Background / Qualifications

• Preferably qualified to HNC level in a suitable Engineering subject or equivalent qualification, or be a time served apprentice in a relevant trade.
• Previous experience working with large gearboxes, couplings, motors and conveyor belting systems.
• Ability to work with Computer Maintenance Management Systems via hand held tablets.
• A full driving licence and your own transport are essential.
• The role requires the individual to be happy and confident at height with open mesh flooring.
• A background in medium to heavy industry, such as steel, rail, ports, power generation, or repair and overhaul workshops, would be a good fit.
• On rare occasions, you may be asked to cover other shifts, including weekends - you will work your core hours 99% of the time.

Application

Please call Suzanne on (phone number removed) or submit your CV.