Mechanical Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in South Wales. This role promises job security and the chance to grow within a company that is investing heavily in its facility. Enjoy a balanced work-life with a Monday to Friday schedule, allowing you to pursue your passions during weekends. You'll be responsible for restoring equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring operational efficiency. If you have a strong technical background and workshop skills, this is the perfect chance to join a resilient company focused on long-term success.

Benefits

Pension matched up to 6%

Job security

Work-life balance

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably heavy industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of gearboxes, pumps, and rotating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Restore and overhaul equipment while ensuring operational efficiency.
• Complete routine inspections and maintain accurate work tickets.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Technical Knowledge

Workshop Skills

Preventive Maintenance

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Education

Time-served Apprenticeship

Tools

Lathes

Drills

Grinders

Milling Machines

Job description

Job Description

Why You Should Apply:

Job security you can count on: This company has proven its resilience in recessions and pandemics, thriving through challenging times. Their strong financial performance means you can feel confident about your future in a role with unmatched stability and security.

Invest in your future: This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to grow with a company investing millions in its South Wales facility. With more exciting developments on the horizon, you'll be joining a company focused on long-term success.

Your weekends are yours: Work a Monday to Friday days rota (8am-4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 8am-2pm on a Friday) so you will keep your weekends free to keep your sporting dreams alive, spend more time with the family or just sit back and relax!

What you will be doing as the Mechanical Maintenance Technician

• Restoring and overhauling equipment
• Focusing on long-term preventive measures and operational efficiency
• Assisting with breakdowns as required
• Ensuring work tickets are entered on completion of work into the computerised maintenance management system (CMMS) including entering any follow-up work that needs to be scheduled
• Completing basic machining tasks as required (lathes, drills, grinding, milling, etc.)
• Undertaking daily inspections and completing routine checks
• Monitoring site services
• Completion of handovers
• Contributing to a successful engineering spares and stores function
• Adhering to health and safety policies and procedures.

What you will need

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment - preferably in a heavy, industrial setting
• A time-served apprenticeship
• Strong technical knowledge, particularly relating to gearboxes, pumps, bearings, rotating equipment, etc.
• Good workshop skills (lathes, drills, millers, grinders, etc.)
• Experience working with a computerised maintenance management system.

What you will receive

A salary of up to £42,000 (dependent on experience) + pension, (matched up to 6%), etc.

The working hours

You will work a days rota of 8am-4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 8am-2pm on a Friday.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this mechanical maintenance technician role with an exceptionally secure business, please click apply. Do not worry if your CV is outdated; we can sort that out later. If you want to discuss this first, call the office and quote ref 4538 Mechanical Maintenance Technician.

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