Maintenance Technician

FCC Environment Group; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

On-the-job training and progression

Flexible benefits: high street savings

Cycle to work scheme

Gymflex membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Best Doctors Service

Job summary

FCC Environment in Wrexham is seeking a Maintenance Technician to carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance at the Wrexham PFI MBT Plant. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance, breakdown repairs and providing technical support to keep the plant running efficiently.

You will work 40 hours per week at an hourly rate of £20.96, with full-time employment and a benefits package. The role may involve duties across other PFI sites and requires a safety-focused, methodical approach.

Qualifications

• Experience as an industrial multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer or Technician.
• Recognised mechanical and electrical qualifications such as City & Guilds, HNC or HND.
• Experience working independently, solving problems and delivering effective outcomes.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical principles.
• Experience with three-phase systems, PLCs, conveyors, balers, extraction systems, pneumatics, hydraulics and related equipment.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.
• Ability to apply engineering knowledge to develop safe and efficient solutions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned and reactive mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Maintaining process equipment and completing cost-effective repairs safely and within timescales.
• Providing technical support to ensure efficient plant operation.
• Supporting the Process Engineer to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Reporting and investigating incidents, equipment damage and site issues promptly.
• Leading process improvement projects and developing practical ideas to improve performance.
• Controlling contractors and ensuring Safe Systems of Work compliance.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the site.
• Using appropriate tools, PPE and equipment for tasks.
• Reporting unsafe practices and defects and contributing to safe practices.

Skills

Multi-skilled maintenance

Electrical principles

Mechanical principles

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds

HNC/HND in mechanical or electrical

Tools

ERP/CMMS

Job description

Are you looking for the right role for you? Then look no further...

Maintenance Technician

Hourly Rate – £20.96 (plus benefits)

Hours – 40 hours per week

Location – Wrexham, LL13 9UT

As a Maintenance Technician at FCC Environment, you will carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance, complete breakdown repairs and provide technical support to ensure the efficient running of the Wrexham PFI Mechanical Biological Treatment Plant.

You will undertake both planned and reactive maintenance as part of the site performance team, helping to improve operational performance while working safely and responsibly. You may also be required to complete work across other PFI sites.

This vacancy is for a full-time position.

Our promise to you

• Competitive salary
• 20 days’ annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• On-the-job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a friend scheme
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, Gymflex membership and many more (where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service through our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Carrying out planned and reactive mechanical and electrical maintenance
• Maintaining process equipment and completing cost-effective repairs safely and within appropriate timescales
• Providing technical support to help ensure the efficient running of the plant
• Supporting the Process Engineer to ensure the team complies with all relevant requirements
• Reporting and investigating incidents, equipment damage and site issues without unnecessary delay
• Leading process improvement projects
• Developing practical ideas and solutions to improve operational performance
• Controlling contractors and ensuring they operate in accordance with relevant Safe Systems of Work
• Maintaining appropriate standards of housekeeping across the site
• Using the correct tools, equipment and personal protective equipment when completing tasks
• Reporting unsafe practices, accidents, near misses, dangerous occurrences and equipment defects
• Supporting safe and responsible working practices across the Wrexham PFI sites

What are we looking for?

• Experience as an industrial multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer or Technician
• Recognised mechanical and electrical qualifications, such as City & Guilds, HNC or HND
• Experience of working independently, solving problems and delivering effective outcomes
• A strong understanding of mechanical and electrical principles
• Experience working with three-phase systems, PLCs, conveyors, balers, extraction systems, pneumatics, hydraulics and associated equipment
• Working knowledge and experience of health, safety and environmental legislation
• The ability to use engineering knowledge to develop safe and efficient solutions
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• A logical, methodical and practical approach to problem-solving
• Good numerical skills and attention to detail
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP or CMMS programmes
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
• A flexible approach and willingness to work across a range of operational areas
• A safety-focused approach, with the confidence to raise concerns and suggest improvements

Please note, due to the nature of the role, you will be operating in a dirty and noisy environment.

About Us

We are FCC Environment, one of the nation’s leading waste and resource management companies. Committed to sustainability, we strive to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

We operate over 200 facilities in England, Scotland and Wales and employ around 4,500 people.

The profile of the UK’s recycling and waste management industry has never been higher. We need people who are up for the challenge to help us tackle climate change. We need people with ideas. We need you. Together, we will meet the UK’s waste management and energy recovery needs.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment.