Mechanical Engineering Technician

Job title: Mechanical Engineering TechnicianDuration: Permanent Reference: E112463Salary: £35,000 circa £41,000 per annumLocation: St Helens
We are looking for a talented Mechanical Engineering Technician to work for our client.
If that's you then you could be exactly what they're looking for.
The Package: Salary: £35,000 circa £41,000 per annum25 days holiday per year + public holidays Bonus Scheme –based on business target and not guaranteedPension Plan
Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm + 1 in 4 on call rota
The Role:As the Mechanical Engineering Technician, you will report directly to the Engineering Team Leader, the job holder will work flexibly within the department across all areas of plant, as experience permits.
In the job you'll be tasked with the following:• The successful applicant will be responsible for all aspects of the maintenance of the process operations, plus associated plant, buildings, services and vehicles.

• Routine maintenance; inspection and calibration; fault finding and diagnostics in emergency breakdown or planned situations; modification and improvement of plant; hazard identification and elimination; supervision of trainees and contractors; team-based problem solving; training and improvement activities; project co-ordination and administration of maintenance systems.
The Candidate:• Applicants will have completed a recognised craft apprenticeship and will ideally have obtained HNC/HND or equivalent in a Mechanical Engineering discipline.

• Experience of operating manual lathes and millers in an Engineering Machine shop would be advantageous.

• Applicants must be able to work co-operatively as part of a team, including instructing/coaching colleagues in areas of their own expertise, and be prepared to work flexibly in order to respond to changing demands.
You will also need:
A detailed knowledge of a range of specialised equipment and processes including the associated safety requirements and emergency procedures is required and appropriate training will be given where necessary.
Does that sound like you? If so, we'd love to see your CV.
The Company
The company works continuously to build a truly diverse and inclusive culture.

They welcome and encourage candidates from all aspects of diversity to apply for this role.
Interested? If you think you're right for this Mechanical Engineering Technician role, then click the 'Apply Now' button, send us your CV and we'll consider you for the first round of interviews.