Mechanical Lead Technician

Astute People; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Astute People is seeking a Lead Mechanical Technician for an Energy from Waste plant in Belfast. The role focuses on maximising plant availability and reliability by delivering a range of mechanical tasks on conveyors, pumps, valves and fans.

It includes project work, supervision and planning responsibilities. You will lead and develop the mechanical maintenance team, ensure Safe Systems of Work, and coordinate with the Mechanical Engineer to enhance maintenance strategies.

Qualifications

• Apprentice qualified with a mechanical engineering qualification.
• Minimum Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• IOSH certification advantageous.
• Strong leadership and scheduling experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Safe Systems of Work to protect people, plant and environment.
• Develop and optimise preventative maintenance plans in MAXIMO.
• Plan maintenance work with permits, RAMS, parts and tooling.
• Lead mechanical maintenance team and drive on-time, within-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineer to improve maintenance strategies.
• Maximise plant availability by controlling planned, reactive and corrective maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Planning

MAXIMO

Team development

Safety focus

PSSR knowledge

LOLER knowledge

Welding

Education

Apprentice mechanical qualification

Level 3 Mechanical Engineering

IOSH (desirable)

Tools

MAXIMO CMMS

Job description

Astute's Power Team are recruiting a Lead Mechanical Technician for an Energy from Waste plant located in Belfast.

Overview

This new role within the maintenance department focuses on maximising plant availability & reliability by carrying out a variety of engineering tasks on mechanical assets including conveyors, belts, pumps, valves, fans etc. This includes project engineering, supervisory duties and workload planning / scheduling.

Responsibilities and duties

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with Safe Systems of Work, prioritising the safety of people, plant and the environment.
• Develop, review and optimise preventative maintenance plans within Maximo to maximise plant reliability and minimise downtime.
• Plan maintenance work by confirming permits, RAMS, parts and tooling are in place before execution.
• Work with the Mechanical Engineer to resolve technical issues and improve maintenance strategies.
• Manage mechanical projects from planning through to completion, delivering on time and within budget.
• Lead and develop the mechanical maintenance team, driving safe working, high performance and continuous improvement.
• Ensure effective support of the on-call rota and out-of-hours maintenance activities.
• Manage planned, reactive and corrective mechanical maintenance to maximise plant availability.

Professional qualifications

• Apprentice qualified with a relevant Mechanical Engineering qualification.
• Minimum Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• It would be advantageous to have an IOSH.

Personal skills

• Knowledge of PSSR (pressure Systems Safety Regulations) and LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations).
• Welding / Fabrication experience.
• Leadership qualities.
• Scheduling / Planning experience.
• Familiarity with MAXIMO or similar Computerised Maintenance Management System.

Salary and benefits

• Competitive basic salary.
• Benefits package.

Equality and Diversity

Astute People do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.