Instrument Technician

Octric Semiconductors Ltd; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Octric Semiconductor in Newton Aycliffe, UK, seeks an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to join the maintenance team. You will deliver planned and breakdown maintenance on electrical systems, diagnose faults and support continuous improvement to minimise downtime.

Requires an apprenticeship in Electrical/Instrumentation with at least 2 years post-qualification experience in process/chemical plant, and familiarity with CMMS such as Maximo.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship in Electrical/Control or Instrumentation.
• Experience in process/chemical plant environments preferred.
• COSHH familiarity and risk assessment experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure HSE standards and risk assessments are followed.
• Plan, schedule and execute maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose faults in electrical power distribution and control systems.
• Record maintenance activities in CMMS (Maximo).
• Support continuous improvement projects to increase reliability.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

MCC & distribution

Fault diagnosis

Root cause analysis

HSE awareness

Education

ONC in Electrical/Instrumentation

Tools

Maximo

CMMS

Job description

Octric Semiconductor is a new name in the compound semiconductor foundry space. Its devices are used in mission critical defence and commercial applications. For over 25-years, we have been delivering over 1.5 billion devices that have been shipped from our site to date.

Octric has ambitious plans to grow the company and expand with new products and applications, and the company is developing a 10-year investment plan. We now have a bright new path ahead of us following the recent significant investment from the UK Goverment. As a part of an emerging semiconductor cluster in the northeast, we are focussed on developing advanced technology, focussed on the next generation of semiconductors. We are looking to fill a number of exciting roles across device design and innovation through to manufacturing & reliability.

Located in Newton Aycliffe, UK, we occupy a 10,000 m2 purpose-built Class 100 manufacturing facility fully equipped to produce state of the art compound semiconductor product. Octric is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our company values different perspectives and experiences, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can thrive. We have family friendly employee policies, and a culture that respects work life balance. We offer a competitive benefits package; we are a company committed to personal & professional progression and development. Be part of our journey and join our team driving innovation in a cutting-edge industry.

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

Participate enthusiastically in the provision of the highest standard of HSE Performance in the department. Focus self and assist others on the delivery of the department mission statement

“Safe effective, efficient and seamless supply of facilities services with target zero disruption to the site production schedule”

Perform and integral part in the successful operation of the department by delivering technician services with specialism of Electrical and Distribution. Provide technician support required to undertake planned, breakdown and minor modification maintenance activities. Proactively deliver the role and “Operate in a spirit of continuous improvement” rapidly driving the role towards technicians being “Multidisciplined”

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure Health & Safety standards/procedures are adhered including “Risk Assessment and JSA”
• Self-motivated planning and delivery of breakdown and planned and breakdown maintenance activities
• Observe site priorities and deliver activities in line with site guidance
• Operate in accordance “Maximo / CMMS” including accurate and timely recording of information
• Safely diagnose and rectify plant breakdowns, undertake root causes reviews and implement remedial actions. Target being minimising plant downtime and probability of fault reoccurrence.
• Undertake planned maintenance in a timely manner reviewing findings and adjusting frequencies
• Share technical knowledge on “Specialism” with others and assist with “Multidisciplined Training”
• Actively engage with process operators developing ability to operate process plant
• Uphold site and UK Standards and ensure site complies with ISO9001/ISO14001/ISO45001.
• Develop, undertake and own “Continuous Improvement Projects and Activities”

MAIN TASKS:

• Proactive participation in all HSE activities including Risk Assessment and Method Statements
• Proactive role in developing a positively safe and environmental and quality culture to satisfy ISO 45001/140001/9001 respectively.
• Utilise CMMS to identify, analyse and record PM’s and breakdowns in accordance with electrical maintenance schedules.
• Self- lead and motivated delivery of comprehensive Planned Maintenance Schedules including timely input of information and review of findings. Finding review to be used to make recommendation on frequencies and suitability of maintenance activity.
• Work closely with process technicians and monitor plant to ensure breakdowns are remediated in a safe and effective and efficient manner thus minimizing disruption of supply of service.
• Analyse, maintain and rectify fault conditions across a range of plant, equipment & systems. This will include Root Cause Analysis for failure and subsequent development and implementation of improvement plan
• Inspect, check, test motor control centres and electrical distribution systems. Including DOL, Star Delta and Variable Speed Drives.
• Operate and diagnose fault conditions on electrical power distribution equipment.
• Ensure high standards of engineering principles and procedures, compliance with good understanding of DSEAR / Hazardous Area Equipment Inspections. Ensuring compliance with relevant ISO Standards and Guidelines
• Play an active role to identify and implement facilities plant improvements in order to increase reliability, efficiency and reduce operating costs through continuous improvements.
• To understand how variations in the facilities plant and services can impact the fabrication plant performance.
• Play an active role in problem solving activities during major events using an appropriate problem-solving tools and techniques. E.g 5 Why, Fish bone, 8 D and other Root Cause Tools.
• Liaise with vendors and field service engineers for assistance in service contracts, breakdowns & telephone support
• Flexible and willing to work throughout the operation to achieve the business goals.
• Contribute towards Key Performance Indicators to achieve Engineering targets
• Contribute towards training of fellow Technicians, Operators and Apprentices.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience

• Time served apprenticeship from an Instrumentation / Control or Electrical discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years post apprentice knowledge and experience of Process / Chemical Plant

Key Skills

• Familiarity of COSHH and ability to write method statements and risk assessments
• Solid and wide-ranging understanding of Electrical drives, MCC, and electrical distribution systems as utilised on Chemical and Process Plant
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skill with a strong appreciation of both practical and theoretical methodologies.
• Pro-active approach to maintenance with excellent and proven electrical fault diagnosis skill using wiring and distribution drawings
• Working knowledge of ventilation and air conditioning plant and motor maintenance
• Knowledge of lighting and emergency UPS systems and switching operations
• Comprehensive IT skills covering man software packages
• Pro-active self-motivated and capable of working without direct supervision.
• Demonstrate creative approach to specific tasks and willing to become “Multi disciplined”.
• Team player with good Communication skills that is Results and performance driven

Education/Qualifications

Educated to a minimum of ONC with a recognised apprenticeship.

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