Maintenance Technician

Progress Rail are looking to recruit a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair all plant, equipment and facilities.

The role

• Maintain documentation such as job sheets, service reports, permits to work, risk assessments and any other documentation deemed relevant to Maintenance activities.
• Perform normal maintenance duties when and where necessary and any other duties as apparent or assigned.
• Identify, plan, present and implement continuous improvement ideas and projects.
• Monitor contractors, to ensure they are working safely, at all times, and are using the appropriate or required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist with the sequencing of work assignments within the department to ensure a smooth flow and optimum efficiency of a safety & cost driven strategy within the maintenance department.
• Report and maintain machinery breakdown / PPM status ref: PIRANA and a handover book, to ensure prompt attention and reduce waste.
• Provide realistic time / cost estimates for completions of specific maintenance tasks.
• Ensure all documentation is checked, and signed off.
• Assist in the identification, sourcing, and purchasing of parts and equipment.

The candidate

• A minimum of NVQ Level 3 City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering or similar qualification or time-served in mechanical discipline.
• Previous practical experience within a medium to heavy manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems.
• Good working knowledge of mechanical maintenance aspects.
• Ability to effectively analyse, record and interpret data.
• Self-motivated.
• Team player.
• Communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure to set deadlines.
• Innovative problem solver.

Benefits

• £47,526 including shift allowance.
• Company funded external qualifications, where relevant for the role.
• Annual professional membership funded by the Company, where relevant for the role.
• 33 days holiday per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank/public holidays).
• Company pension scheme with 7% employer contribution.
• As a member of the Group Personal Pension Plan employee covered by the Company funded life assurance for 3½ times salary.
• Access to employee discounts hub.
• Discounted healthcare cash plan.
• Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme.
• Various employee recognition schemes.

About Progress Rail

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signalling, rail welding and Kershaw Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations. Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, Germany, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers.

Equal opportunities

Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture.

How to apply

To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre site. We would politely request no agencies please.