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Maintenance Technician

Wakefield
£40k/yr
Posted 16 days ago
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Maintenance Technician - up to £40,000 per annum

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Duties

You will be required to carry out engineering activities within the department and work generated by the engineering CMMS in order of priority against criticality. You will install/repair/maintain /inspect, mechanical/electrical plant, equipment and services to industry standards.

Key Responsibilities And Tasks

  • Install, maintain, improve, and repair equipment, plant, services and building installations to set levels effectively
  • Work in conjunction with operational management and operators
  • Respond to technical issues affecting production.
  • Maintain services through Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
  • Work under general supervision.
  • Attend breakdowns, identify fault and problem solve with minimal downtime to production.
  • Carry out diagnosis of faults, the maintenance, and repairs to all types of plant and equipment in a safe, timely and professional manner and return equipment to operational service
  • Estimate length of time required to complete a job and likely consequences of failure to complete work within required timescales
  • Comply with Permit to work arrangements
  • Identify and escalate any activity that has the potential to cause harm or damage
  • Report breakdown root causes, equipment faults and concerns to management
  • Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard and adheres to all quality standard regulations
  • Have an awareness of site policies, procedures, and relevant engineering standards
  • Assist in the development of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules
  • Carry out PPM schedules as necessary
  • Assist visiting specialist engineers when necessary
  • Ensure that contractors are utilised in accordance with company procedures
  • Providing emergency response support as required

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The successful candidate would be time served with a four- or five-year nationally recognised/approved apprenticeship in either mechanical or electrical engineering

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About Us

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

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We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification

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Skills

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Planned Preventative Maintenance
Fault Diagnosis
Problem Solving
CMMS
Equipment Installation
Permit To Work
Root Cause Analysis
Technical Troubleshooting

Location

Wakefield, England, United Kingdom

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