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Reliability Technician (Mechanical Maintenance Technician)
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Reliability Technician (Mechanical Maintenance Technician)
Mechanical Maintenance Technician – UK Engineering Team
About the Role
Ecolab’s CEO-lab, Purolite Resins, a world leader in resin-based separation, purification, and extraction technologies, specialises in manufacturing high-essential products for critical global sectors, particularly the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. Our technology ensures the safe and high-standard production of life-saving medications and biologics.
Based at our state-of-the-art manufacturing site in Llantrisant, Wales, the Mechanical Maintenance Technician will play a vital role in ensuring plant reliability, safety, and operational efficiency. Join an exciting and growing environment that contributes to cleaner, safer, and healthier practices worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Facility Upkeep: Maintain and oversee the Llantrisant Manufacturing Facility, ensuring all mechanical, rotating equipment (e.g., pumps, agitators), piping systems, and associated machinery meet highest safety and operational standards.
- Mechanical Troubleshooting: Conduct comprehensive root cause analysis (RCA) and repairs to resolve mechanical failures, guaranteeing seamless production and on-target manufacturing outputs.
- Preventative Maintenance (PPM): Execute proactive preventative maintenance, alignments, mechanical inspections, and condition monitoring (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography) to maintain mechanical integrity.
- Safety & Compliance:
- Adhere to Permit to Work (PTW) systems and Method Statements (Risk Assessments).
- Contribute to updating Quality, Health & Safety (QHMS), and Environmental documentation while complying with legal requirements like PSSR, PUWER, and LOLER.
- Collaborative Problem-Solving: Partner with Process Engineers, Plant Engineers, and R&D staff to identify and implement improvements in mechanical systems and troubleshoot failures.
- CMMS & Compliance: Ensure accurate logging of mechanical maintenance work (internal and via contractors) for full transparency and traceability.
- Shift Management: Provide clear, high-quality shift handover reports to facilitate smooth continuity in our 4-on-4-off schedule.
- Emergency Response: Act as a key stakeholder for equipment failures, establishing internal call-out protocols for seamless 24/7 support.
- Flexible Duties: Undertake additional tasks as functionally required by leadership.
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Key Requirements
Education & Technical Expertise
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Qualification in Mechanical Engineering via HNC/HND or a time-served apprenticeship with extensive experience.
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Strong hands-on experience in fault-finding, maintenance, and repair of:
- Pumps (centrifugal & positive displacement)
- Mixers & agitators
- Gearboxes & mechanical seals (single/double)
- Steam systems
- Pipework
Required Knowledge & Skills
- UK Regulations: In-depth understanding of PSSR regulations and general OSHA/PUWER awareness.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Mechanical drawings, P&ID interpretation, and technical manuals.
- Ability to log maintenance data via CMMS systems.
- Safety & Practical Skills:
- Confined space work, working at heights, and safe manual handling of heavy equipment.
- Welding, fabrication, and precision mechanical adjustments.
- Soft Skills:
- Ability to draft technical reports and health & safety procedures.
- Clear, concise communication with oversight teams.
Desirable (Non-Essential) Experience
- Experience within COMAH or high-hazard chemical environments.
- Mechanical maintenance in ATEX/DSEAR registered zones.
- Electrical awareness (e.g., basic 18th Edition compliance or experience with three-phase motors).
- Condition monitoring (vibration analysis, thermography, etc.).
- Certifications in rigging, slinging, or forklift operations.
What It Means to Work Here
The Ecolab Difference
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We facilitate meaningful impact across critical industries:
- Safe Food & Healthcare: Sustaining safety and purity in pharmaceuticals and life sciences.
- Global Supply Chain: Continuously innovating science-based solutions to safeguard public health and improve operational efficiencies.
Career & Growth
- Meaningful Work: Combine technical expertise with innovation to deliver high-quality technical products.
- Sympatico Workplace Culture:
- Flat management structure that fosters entrepreneurship.
- Multimodal team environment welcomes diverse perspectives and experimentation.
- Project-Based Impact: Contribute to significant engineering endeavours and shape your career trajectory.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Principles
Ecolab recognises that inclusivity enhances excellence. We are committed to:
- Opening doors to minority, female, disabled and veteran individuals within engineering teams.
- Eliminating workplace discrimination based on race, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, religion, or nationality.
- Championing an inclusive culture and eliminating unnecessary hierarchies to create equal opportunities.
About Ecolab
Ecolab has a 100+ year legacy as a science-led company. With 48,000 global associates across more than 170 countries, we provide holistic, data-driven solutions that enhance:
- Food safety, healthcare, and life sciences operations.
- Water and energy efficiency, boosting cost savings, security, and sustainability.
We believe in balancing growth with purpose, built on agility and cutting-edge technology.
Join Us
We’re seeking trailblazers to drive meaningful change through powerful solutions and an enduring commitment to water, energy, and environment sustainability. Apply today.
Ecolab and Purolite Resins are Equal Opportunity Employers – No Immigration Sponsorship Available.
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