Maintenance Mechanical Engineer – Day Shift, Overtime

DK Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DK Recruitment is seeking aMaintenance Technician to join the Maintenance Team in a busy manufacturing plant. You will perform preventative maintenance, respond to emergency breakdowns, and assist with design, installation, and movements of equipment.

The role requires working to fine tolerances and ensures plant safety and efficiency on site. Day shifts with 1 in 5 late shifts, shift premium, and overtime available.

Qualifications

• Fully indentured apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline.
• Experience with manufacturing technologies, machines (incl. CNC processes), chemical plants, site and facilities management.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing; team player with good communication skills.
• Experience working in a busy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support all areas of the site including plant, machines, equipment and services to ensure continuous operation.
• Repair and servicing of mechanical systems including retrofit and upgrade.
• Servicing technologies to ensure safe operation and fitness for purpose.
• Rebuilding equipment, machines, and systems as part of continuous development.
• Knowledge of hydraulic & pneumatic control systems.
• Breakdown management and recovery.
• Technology and equipment relocation, installation and commissioning.
• Collaborate with other teams on projects related to the job function.
• Assist with mechanical design and fabrication of plant machinery and test equipment.
• Carry out related duties as required by department supervision.
• Working to very fine tolerances.

Job description

DK Recruitment is seeking aMaintenance Technician to join the Maintenance Team in a busy manufacturing plant. You will perform preventative maintenance, respond to emergency breakdowns, and assist with design, installation, and movements of equipment.

The role requires working to fine tolerances and ensures plant safety and efficiency on site. Day shifts with 1 in 5 late shifts, shift premium, and overtime available.