Industrial Maintenance Technician

Polynt Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading chemical manufacturing company as a Maintenance Technician in London. In this role, you'll ensure the safety and reliability of our mechanical systems. Experience in industrial maintenance and a strong mechanical aptitude are essential. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package while working in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave

401(k) with Company Match

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities

Qualifications

• Industrial or chemical manufacturing maintenance experience preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, install, and maintain chemical plant equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and complete daily maintenance work orders.
• Participate in process safety management and ISO compliance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on maintenance skills

Troubleshooting ability

Liquid handling systems

Basic electrical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS maintenance system

Job description

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Location: Chatham, VA

Job Type: Full-Time | With Rotating On-Call

About Polynt Composites USA

Polynt Composites USA is a global leader in the manufacturing of composites, coatings, and chemical intermediates, serving key industries such as industrial, transportation, construction, marine, medical, and consumer goods. With 65 years of innovation, our Chatham, VA site is one of 14 U.S. locations driving operational excellence and high-quality production.

Why Join Us?

Benefits

At Polynt, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a stable, growth-driven work environment with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
• 401(k) with Company Match and Profit Sharing
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO, HSA, FSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Holidays
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
  
  

About The Role

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our high-performing operations team, at a turnaround site. This role is critical in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of our chemical plant’s mechanical systems, pumps, piping, and utility equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, install, and maintain chemical plant equipment, including pumps (centrifugal, positive displacement, air diaphragm), vessels, exchangers, piping, valves, motors, agitators’ boilers, hot oil heaters, air compressors, cooling towers, chillers, and blowers.
• Install and modify piping, equipment, and pump alignment.
• Operate and maintain industrial tools, including hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) and complete daily maintenance work orders.
• Pipefitting or welding experience preferred
• Inspect critical equipment for operational defects and recommend proactive maintenance solutions.
• Assist with electrical equipment installation, including motor wiring and pneumatic valve installations.
• Intermediate electrical knowledge for installations, repairs, and troubleshooting
• Participate in process safety management (PSM), process hazard analysis (PHA), and ISO compliance programs.
• Support continuous improvement and mechanical reliability initiatives.
• Natural Gas burner familiarity
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment, following OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and working-at-heights safety standards.
• Serve on the Safety Committee and contribute to a culture of workplace safety.
• Rotate on-call schedule for off-hours maintenance needs.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Industrial or chemical manufacturing maintenance experience preferred
• CMMS maintenance system experience preferred
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on maintenance skills
• Experience with liquid handling systems and pumps, including positive displacement, centrifugal, and air pumps
• Basic electrical knowledge, including installation of pneumatic valves and pumps
• Familiarity with plant utilities such as steam, air, nitrogen, water, and hot oil (preferred)
• Ability to diagnose and repair industrial equipment using hand and power tools
• Forklift certification (preferred)
• Comfortable working at heights, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 60 pounds
• Self-motivated, independent worker with strong collaboration skills
• Willingness to work overtime and participate in on-call rotations
  
  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Polynt fosters a culture of innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. We empower our employees with training, development programs, and advancement opportunities. If you are a problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we want to hear from you.

Polynt Composites USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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