Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician - Static Plant - Cranes, Bulk Handling

Training can be provided to work on cranes.

Package: £50,371 - Basic: £44,697 + Supplements (£5,674) + benefits and unlimited overtime

The supplements are split into two sections. The first is payable on start or employment, and the second is task-specific and paid on completion of an external wire rope course, usually completed within 3-6 months of joining, depending on course offerings.

Hours: Mon-Fri: #removed#

Location: Avonmouth

Corporate Benefits

* Wire rope inspection course

* Annual Bonuses based on company performance

* Excellent Pension Scheme -4% Employee and 8% Employer

* Life Insurance

* Generous annual leave - 25 days+

* Subsidised on-site canteen

* Extensive training and progression opportunities within own training school

* Free on-site gym

Our client has a requirement for suitably qualified and experienced technicians to work within our Engineering Department, based in Avonmouth.

The role is to maintain cranes and fully automated bulk handling systems.

A background in medium to heavy industry, such as steel, rail, ports, power generation, or repair and overhaul workshops, would be a good fit.

The role will include the following activities:

* Complete planned, corrective, and reactive maintenance work in a number of different environments.

* Liaise with operations to prioritise rectification of unserviceable machinery using fault finding diagnostic methodologies and equipment; minimising reactive maintenance.

* Ensure completion of documentation including daily logs and maintenance work orders.

* Carry out duties with due care and attention, adhering to the companies Health & Safety Policy and HSE regulations.

* Upholding the highest standards and practices in mechanical work.

* Demonstrating commitment to multi-skilled activity and team work.

* Demonstrating an excellent attitude to our continuous improvement culture, bringing new ideas to the team to enable smarter working, rather than harder working!

Desirable Background

* Preferably qualified to HNC level in a suitable Engineering subject or equivalent qualification, or be a time served apprentice in a relevant trade.

* Previous experience working with large gearboxes, couplings, motors and conveyor belting systems.

* Ability to work with Computer Maintenance Management Systems via hand held tablets.

* A full driving licence and your own transport are essential.

* The role requires the individual to be happy and confident at height with open mesh flooring.

* A background in medium to heavy industry, such as steel, rail, ports, power generation, or repair and overhaul workshops, would be a good fit.

Please call Suzanne on (phone number removed) or submit your CV