Utilities Maintenance Technician

Lonza; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Utilities Maintenance Technician to join our Engineering team in Slough. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficiency of our utility systems by performing maintenance and troubleshooting varied equipment. Ideal candidates will possess strong electrical and mechanical skills and embrace a dynamic working environment, contributing to our mission of improving lives through life sciences.

Benefits

Shift allowance: 20%

Bonus: 7.5%

Agile career development

Dynamic working culture

Inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Multi-Skilled Engineer.
• Strong expertise in electrical and mechanical systems.
• Deep understanding of safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on machinery.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical expertise

Mechanical expertise

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Utilities Maintenance Technician (shifts)

Location: Slough

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want to be part of.

Join Lonza AG as a Utilities Maintenance Technician and contribute to our dynamic Engineering team in the United Kingdom. This role plays a key part in our company's continuing growth and success in life sciences offering technical expertise and support for our Utility systems. You'll be operating equipment such as Steam Boilers, Packaged Chillers, Clean Steam Generators and more. If you are an ambitious professional with proven technical skills, we invite you to join us in maintaining operations!

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture

• An inclusive and ethical workplace

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance

• Shift allowance: 20%

• Bonus: 7,5%

• A variety of benefits: .

Key responsibilities:

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine inspections, maintenance and repairs on a wide range of machinery and equipment to ensure efficient performance and uptime.

• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical issues and breakdowns promptly to minimize downtime and production disruptions.

• Electrical Expertise: Handle electrical components, systems and controls effectively and safely.

• Mechanical Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics and other relevant technologies to maintain and repair equipment.

• Calibration and Testing: Conduct calibration and testing of equipment to maintain accuracy and precision in their operation.

• Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies to build a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in equipment performance, reliability and efficiency and actively participate in improvement projects.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment performance and other relevant data to GMP standards.

• Training and Support: Provide training and technical support to other team members to improve their skills and knowledge.

• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and contribute to problem-solving efforts.

Key requirements:

• Apprenticeship and associated background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is preferred.

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Multi-Skilled Engineer or a similar role with hands-on experience in maintaining and troubleshooting industrial equipment.

• Strong expertise in electrical and mechanical systems with the ability to adapt and learn new technologies quickly.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to diagnose and resolve technical issues effectively.

• Deep understanding of safety protocols and a dedication to always adhering to safety standards.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and provide technical mentorship.

• Willingness to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

• Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and manage workload efficiently.

• A proactive approach to learning and staying updated with advancements in engineering and technology.

• Willing to work in shifts. We have shifts from 7am -7pm and from 10 am - 10 pm.

• There is no visa sponsorship available for this role.

• Living within 1 hour travel distance from Slough.

Every day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.