Rides & Mechanical Systems Engineer – Multi-Skilled

Merlin; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merlin Annual Passes

40% off LEGO

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Chessington World of Adventures, part of Merlin, is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer to maintain rides and attractions. You will perform inspections, planned maintenance, diagnostics and repairs across mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment to keep safety-critical systems running smoothly.

Joining Merlin, you will contribute to overhauls, refurbishment projects and continuous improvement, developing specialist skills on unique equipment and helping deliver memorable experiences for millions

Qualifications

• ONC/NVQ level 3 or BTEC in engineering.
• Post-apprenticeship/qualification experience.
• COSHH and safety standards knowledge.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Experience with planned preventative maintenance is advantageous.
• Theme park or similar environment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, planned maintenance and repairs on mechanical/electro-mechanical equipment.
• Perform diagnostics and fault finding to maintain safety-critical systems.
• Rebuild ride vehicles and brake assemblies; maintain pneumatic systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports for compliance.
• Follow 5S/LEAN workshop standards and assist with spares auditing.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Inspections

Fault finding

Repairs

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

ONC/NVQ level 3/BTEC in engineering

Job description

Chessington World of Adventures, part of Merlin, is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer to maintain rides and attractions. You will perform inspections, planned maintenance, diagnostics and repairs across mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment to keep safety-critical systems running smoothly.

Joining Merlin, you will contribute to overhauls, refurbishment projects and continuous improvement, developing specialist skills on unique equipment and helping deliver memorable experiences for millions