Maintenance Technician

Univar; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Job summary

Univar Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on tanks, pipework, pumps, valves, and other mechanical equipment. You will diagnose faults, repair issues, and ensure safety protocols are followed while maintaining equipment performance.

The role requires experience reading manuals and schematics, with proficiency in hand and power tools, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Time served mechanical technician with practical experience.
• Knowledge of pumps, valves and motors is required.
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics.
• Proficient with hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Certifications may include NVQ, BTEC, ONC, HNC, HVAC, IPAF, NVQ, COMAH.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on tanks, pipework, pumps, valves and other mechanical equipment using a CMMS.
• Respond to breakdowns, fault find and repair issues with feedback.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and PPE.
• Install and commission new equipment including wiring for motors, transformers and control systems.

Skills

Time served

Mechanical maintenance knowledge

Reading schematics

Hand and power tools

Fault finding

Teamwork

Education

NVQ or equivalent

BTEC

ONC/HNC

HVAC

IPAF

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Pumps and valves knowledge

Control wiring experience

CMMS

Job description

A Place Where People Matter - Growing our People to Grow Our Business
We're thrilled that you are exploring career opportunities where you can continue to make a positive difference every day to keep our communities healthy, fed, clean and safe.

Maintenance Technician

South Kirkby

Mechanical Maintenance Technician/Fitter

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Time served Mechanical Technician/Fitter.
• Aptitudeand knowledge of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves and motors
• Ability toread technical manuals, schematics.
• Proficiency withhand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Experience withpreventive and corrective maintenanceprocedures.
• Strongproblem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Relevant certifications or licenses may include but not essential -NVQ, BTEC, ONC, HNC, HVAC, IPAF, NVQ, Compex, COMAH.

Key Responsibilities

• Conductingroutine inspectionsand preventive maintenance on tanks, pipework, pumps, valves, and other mechanical equipment, generated with a computerised maintenance management system.
• Responding to breakdowns, conducting fault finding and repairing the issue and giving feed back
• Ensuring compliance withsafety protocolsand proper use of personal protective equipment
• Installing and commissioningnew equipment, including power and control wiring for motors, transformers, and control systems.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification