Mechanical Technician (Talent Pool)

Sappi; Pecking Mill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global materials company is seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians to assist with maintenance and compliance inspections. The ideal candidate will manage mechanical projects, conduct technical investigations, and provide specialist maintenance skills. A National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and 3-5 years of experience are required. This role offers competitive rates and opportunities for development within a diverse team.

Benefits

Learning and development programmes

Market-leading leave benefits

Opportunities to travel

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of practical experience.
• Pulp and Paper industry experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing Capital and Renewal projects.
• Carrying out technical investigations and maintenance tasks.
• Assisting with plant breakdowns and supporting plant Foremen.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Fault finding

Project management

Technical investigations

Education

NQF6: National Diploma / NH Dip. Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for experienced Mechanical Technicians to assist the Maintenance Engineer and Foremen by carrying out OHS Act legal compliance statutory inspections and tasks, various mechanical project work, maintenance tasks, technical investigations, and management tasks.

As a Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• Drawing up/updating technical specifications/procedures, Capital and Renewal applications and enquiry documents
• Adjudicating quotations and participate in the selection of the successful contractor
• Managing Capital and Renewal projects
• Updating plant mechanical drawings in consultation with the plant Foremen
• Carrying out technical investigations/feasibility studies and investigating maintenance problems, producing reports containing detailed recommendations and changes to maintenance plans
• Providing specialist maintenance skills (SME) to the section where basic mechanical skills and knowledge are lacking
• Fault finding on plant and equipment not performing to OEM specifications
• Fault finding related to plant and equipment causing production stoppages or reduced capacity throughput
• Working without direct supervision but keeping the Engineer fully informed as and when necessary
• Assisting with plant breakdowns, providing support to plant Foremen, managing sections during pending situations, and carrying out/perform standby duties
• Coordinating all statutory inspections (e.g. structural inspections, pressure vessel inspections, pressurised system inspections, etc.)
• Observing company safety policies and procedures under OHS Act and IRCA
• Utilising Sappi's systems in the execution of the maintenance strategy and realisation of the objectives
• Assisting the Maintenance Engineer with the preparation of the maintenance budget
• Executing work on shuts and supervising work during shuts
• Investigating the root cause of frequent failures and/or high-cost maintenance equipment where solutions are derived and implemented
• Identifying and executing cost-saving projects
• Conducting plant inspections and performing lockout audits
• Assisting in reviewing and optimising existing maintenance schedules
• Assisting in developing maintenance schedules on newly installed equipment
• Developing best practices/QCPs for the maintenance activities
• Participating in Mill Wide Mechanical Technician standby duties as required

Qualifications

• NQF6: National Diploma / NH Dip. Mechanical Engineering
• 3-5 years of practical experience
• Pulp and Paper industry experience is advantageous

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
• Market-leading leave benefits

If you are resilient and energetic and looking for a new challenge at competitive market rates, click on apply now to put your name in the talent pool.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

About SAPPI

Sappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.