Mechanical Technician (Days) – Maintenance & Diagnostics

Gap Technical Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 36,144 - 44,176; Full time

Job summary

Gap Technical Ltd is recruiting a Mechanical Technician for a Widnes facility. The role is days-only, based on site, with a UK salary of £40,160 per year. The successful candidate will design, maintain and install mechanical equipment, perform preventive maintenance and diagnose faults, with on-call and occasional overtime.

Training in confined space and first aid is expected as part of the role. Applicants should have an apprenticeship or NVQ3/C&G in mechanical discipline, strong computer

Qualifications

• Must hold apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications in a Mechanical discipline (NVQ level 3 or C&G Apprenticeship).
• Good computer skills are essential.
• Experience with preventive maintenance software is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act is essential.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge (5S, Kaizen & 7 wastes) advantageous.
• Experience in rotating equipment overhauls, hydraulics/pneumatics and pipework.

Responsibilities

• Design, select, maintain and install mechanical equipment.
• Carry out mechanical preventive maintenance.
• Fault location, diagnosis and repair.
• Work may require confined space and First Aid training.
• Participate in site Emergency Response team and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Good computer skills

Preventive maintenance experience

Education

NVQ level 3 or C&G Apprenticeship in Mechanical discipline

Tools

Preventive maintenance software

Job description

Gap Technical Ltd is recruiting a Mechanical Technician for a Widnes facility. The role is days-only, based on site, with a UK salary of £40,160 per year. The successful candidate will design, maintain and install mechanical equipment, perform preventive maintenance and diagnose faults, with on-call and occasional overtime.

Training in confined space and first aid is expected as part of the role. Applicants should have an apprenticeship or NVQ3/C&G in mechanical discipline, strong computer