Maintenance Technician - Newry - Rotating Shifts

Our client is one of the top companies in NI with the strength of a global presence.

We are working on behalf of our key client to recruit a multi-skilled Shift Maintenance Technician. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out day to day electrical and mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing facility comprising of both preventive and reactive duties. This position is a critical member of Central Services Maintenance team and will take the lead role in maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing machinery forming part of the manufacturing plant. The individual must also be willing to perform maintenance tasks for production output support as part of a team.

Whilst on shift, your core duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Rectify and support electrical and mechanical breakdowns efficiently and effectively.
• Communicate, record any changes, relevant information fully to other personnel and complete maintenance documentation.
• Work as an integral part of an engineering team.
• Take reasonable care for the health and safety of self and others, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations.
• To carry out routine/preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical components of the plant and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure that all works are carried out to a high standard as expected on a manufacturing plant.
• Ensure all H&S (Health and Safety) procedures are adhered to including Permit to Work, always comply with company LOTO system.
• Comply with Health & Safety requirements: as per training, policies, procedures, risk assessments, method statements, safe systems of work etc.
• Report any H&S issues/accidents/near misses to your line manager immediately.
• Attend training as required to maintain personal qualification/competence.
• Comply with the Company Equal Opportunities Policy and promote equality.
• Any other duties as required by line management, commensurate with the post holder's level of training and competence.
• Create, maintain & enhance effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Any other duties as deemed necessary.

In order to be considered for this position you will need to demonstrate the following skills, experience and qualifications:

• Completed apprenticeship in Electrical or mechanical discipline within a manufacturing industry.
• BTEC ONC qualification (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in carrying out electrical and mechanical fault-finding and planned maintenance.
• Logical and well organised approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment, to operate under time pressure.
• Ability to work as part of a team or unsupervised.

Desirable Criteria:

• BTEC HNC/HND qualification in an engineering discipline.
• Previous Pharmaceutical Experience or working within regulated environments.
• Knowledge of control systems within automated equipment.

This role is initially based on a weekly rotating shift pattern, running Monday - Friday. The salary on offer is very competitive and is underpinned by a comprehensive benefits package inclusive of free life cover, health care cash plan, 32 days holidays (increasing with tenure) and a host of other fantastic features.

Please note: The current working pattern is STC - There may be a requirement to move to a full continental shift pattern in the future in line with business requirements. The salary package would be reflective of the alternative working arrangements.

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