Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Carbon60 - Eng&Tech; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical company in Clitheroe is seeking a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair diverse equipment at their site. Key responsibilities include responding to plant breakdowns and performing routine preventative maintenance. Desired applicants will have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and extensive experience in the process industry. The role offers a competitive salary, 33 days of annual leave, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension contributions

33 days annual leave

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working on process plants in the chemical or oil and gas industry.
• Strong health and safety knowledge including permit to work procedures.
• Completed a recognized Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a diverse range of equipment.
• Respond to plant breakdowns and diagnose faults.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Problem-solving

Health and safety awareness

Use of CMMS (e.g., SAP PM)

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Maintenance

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Are you a skilled and experienced Mechanical Maintenance Technician looking to join a dynamic, forward-thinking company? This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading organisation in the chemical industry.

• Clitheroe area
• £26ph PAYE - Umbrella rates available
• Inside IR35lì>
• 12 month contract

The Role of Mechanical Maintenance Technician

As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing the diverse range of equipment at the company's 32-acre site. Your key duties will include :

• Responding to plant breakdowns to diagnose and resolve mechanical faults
• Performing routine preventative maintenance tasks as per the scheduled programme
• Contributing to equipment reliability improvements through failure analysis and root cause investigations
• Ensuring all maintenance activities are accurately recorded in the computerised maintenance management system

What We're Looking For

• Completed a recognised Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship and attained NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Extensive experience working on process plants, preferably in the chemical or oil and gas industry
• Strong health and safety awareness, with knowledge of permit to work and lock‑out tag‑out procedures
• Proficiency in using computerised maintenance management systems, such as SAP PM

Why Join This Company?

This company offers an attractive package, including :

• Competitive salary and excellent pension contributions
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Sociable working hours, with a shift pattern of 07:30 to 15:35

Comprehensive employee benefits and wellbeing support

If you're a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician who is passionate about maintaining high plant availability and contributing to the success of a leading chemical company, we encourage you to apply today.