Shift Mechanical Technician

Lancashire Renewables; Hapton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matched 5%

Death in Service

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work

Wellbeing support

PPE supplied

Job summary

Lancashire Renewables is seeking a Shift Mechanical Technician to maintain the waste facility’s processing assets, mechanical systems and site infrastructure. You will support both planned and reactive maintenance to ensure optimal performance across operations.

The role requires an ONC/HNC Mechanical Engineering qualification or equivalent experience, with knowledge of preventative and lifecycle maintenance.

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC Mechanical Engineering qualification or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of preventative, predictive & lifecycle maintenance activities.
• Experience with a centralised maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Experience with SCADA operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain waste facility processing assets, mechanical systems and site infrastructure, supporting planned and reactive maintenance to ensure optimal performance.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

SCADA operations

MS Office

Maintenance planning

FLT driving

Education

ONC/HNC Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shift Mechanical Technician

What you will be doing

you will be responsible for the maintenance of the waste facility processing assets, mechanical systems, and general site infrastructure. Supporting both planned and reactive maintenance work related activities to ensure the optimal performance and condition of the waste facility.

What you will bring

To succeed in this role, youll need:

• ONC/HNC Mechanical Engineering qualification or the equivalent experience with supporting qualifications.
• Knowledge of preventative, predictive & lifecycle maintenance activities.
• Proficiency in using various computer-based systems including Microsoft Office applications.
• The following skills and knowledge are desirable, however successful candidates will be supported through role-specific training and must be willing to undertake any training required for the role:
• Experience of utilising a centralised maintenance management system.
• Knowledge of waste processing plants, FMCG, chemical or industrial machinery.
• Experience driving Mobile Plant equipment specifically FLT.
• Telehandler.
• MEWP.
• Qualified in confined spaces training.
• Certified in working at height training.
• Experience with SCADA operations.

What we offer you

• Competitive salary.
• Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.
• Death in Service cover 4x Salary.
• Free on-site car parking.
• Company sick pay scheme up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Role-specific training.
• Benefits portal including lifestyle savings.
• Wellbeing support for mental health.
• All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied.

Who are we?

Lancashire Renewables Ltd was established for the operation and management of the two waste treatment facilities built for the Lancashire Waste Contract. Our two facilities in Thornton and Leyland are manned 365 days a year. Both sites can process over 5,000 tonnes of residual (black bin bag) waste per week and divert 95% of this material away from landfill. Our aim is to achieve a sustainable future for Lancashire by providing services to process biodegradable and non-biodegradable household waste and our people are vital in helping us achieve this. Our employees work in a variety of operations, maintenance, logistics and support roles across our two sites in Leyland and Thornton, actively encouraging internal growth through development and training programmes. We are dedicated to providing a positive, supportive work environment with a strong focus on the health, safety, and wellbeing of all our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer: Diversity and inclusion are important to us at Lancashire Renewables, and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent and our policies ensure that every job application and employee is treated fairly, with equal opportunity to succeed.

Additional Requirements

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
• Satisfactory completion of a Company medical which includes testing for drugs and alcohol.
• The Company operates a zero-tolerance policy regarding the taking or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst on duty and carry out periodic random tests.