Maintenance Technician

Balchem; Østerås; On-site; NOK 450,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Viken, Østerås is seeking a maintenance technician. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment, and collaborating with production teams. Candidates should have a vocational certificate in industrial mechanics or similar. The role emphasizes safety and offers a strong professional environment with competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Good insurance schemes

Shared lunch arrangements

Qualifications

• Vocational certificate in relevant fields or extensive relevant experience.
• Experience in process industry, preferably chemical or petrochemical.
• Good Norwegian and English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair various mechanical and electrical systems.
• Document work performed in the maintenance system.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Vocational certificate in industrial mechanics or similar

Tools

Maintenance systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment in a safe and secure manner
• Troubleshoot and repair pipes, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, motors, and process instrumentation
• Participate in installation and commissioning of new equipment and processes
• Document work performed in the maintenance system (CMMS)
• Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance processes and equipment lifespan, avoiding downtime on instruments and equipment
• Coordinate collaboration with external maintenance contractors
• Work closely with production teams
• Help develop and improve the maintenance workshop
• Follow current safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture and safe working environment
• The work will involve physical, hands-on work

We Offer

• An international, publicly traded (NASDAQ) company with growth ambitions and a solid position in the global market.
• Competitive compensation, good insurance schemes, and shared lunch arrangements
• A professional and friendly work environment with an informal tone
• A well-composed and well-functioning team

Qualifications

• Vocational certificate in industrial mechanics, pipefitting, automation, electrical, or similar. Extensive relevant experience may compensate for lack of certification
• Experience in a process industry, preferably chemical or petrochemical, is a strong advantage
• Knowledge of ATEX, pressure testing, and working in explosive environments is a plus
• Experience with maintenance systems
• Ability to understand technical drawings and P&ID diagrams
• Good Norwegian and English skills, both spoken and written

Personal Attributes

• Self-driven, structured, and responsible
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Proactive problem solver
• High focus on HSE (Health, Safety, Environment)
• Committed to high-quality work execution