Lubrication Technician

Breedon Group; Buxton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and career progression opportunities

Job summary

Breedon Group is seeking a Lubrication Technician at Dowlow Quarry & Asphalt Plant in Buxton. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for ensuring all lubrication tasks are performed efficiently to maintain equipment reliability.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in lubrication techniques and possess strong mechanical knowledge. Key benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Experienced lubrication technician with an industrial background.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and resolve issues safely.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out lubrication as per schedule.
• Monitor stock and perform maintenance on lubrication systems.
• Communicate any potential hazards to management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Mechanical trade qualification

Job description

Lubrication Technician

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Dowlow Quarry & Asphalt Plant, Buxton

Description

We are currently seeking a Lubrication Operative to join our team at Dowlow, Derbyshire. Reporting to the Mechanical Manager.

The successful candidate will ensure all required lubrication is carried out as per the schedule, with a focus on maintaining the availability and reliability of the plant at the lowest level of maintenance costs. This will cover all rotating equipment on the processing plant and the mobile plant fleet.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Oil changes and sampling.
• Checking and filling lubricant & hydraulic tanks.
• Stock monitoring.
• Filter changes and lubrication system maintenance.
• Breather maintenance and replacement.
• Lubrication system top-up and maintenance and oil analysis.
• Keeping the lubrication schedule up to date.
• Ensure focussed, proactive communication of any potential new miss/hazards within the work area to the Company's Health & Safety Department and Line Management.
• Complete ad-hoc duties, tasks and projects as required.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• The successful candidate will be an experienced lubrication technician, ideally with an industrial background.
• Work with minimal supervision through analysis, judgement, and initiative to resolve issues in a safe, time‑oriented and cost‑effective manner.
• Demonstrate ability to work safely.
• Possess good organisational and communication skills.
• Have the appropriate skills and qualifications to execute the requirements of the role, and to provide flexibility to undertake emergency repairs where and when these arise.
• Mechanical trade qualified or technically minded and interested in working in a hands‑on role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary tailored to your experience.
• Company pension scheme and life assurance.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• 1 fully paid volunteer day per year and up to £200 fund‑matching for charitable events.
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support.
• Enhanced parental leave and ShareSave scheme participation.
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform.
• Comprehensive training and career progression opportunities.