JH025- Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician – Renewable Energy

Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to join our renewable energy team in Belfast. The Mechanical Technician will be responsible for all aspects of the mechanical systems, including maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and proactive plant improvement initiatives, all while adhering to the highest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Adhere and work to CMMS and IMS systems’ job plans, method statements, work instructions, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
Carry out fault diagnosis on all mechanical equipment, perform immediate repairs, and maintain accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS.
Conduct risk assessments, create method statements, provide self-supervision, and manage and direct on-site contractors when required.
Collaborate with other site teams, disciplines, engineers, and contractors to assess and review plant performance shortfalls and develop corrective actions.
Analyze persistent plant breakdowns and suggest cost-effective and efficient solutions or plant improvements.
Optimize existing online, offline, and non-intrusive predictive maintenance systems, and, with support from the Engineering Manager, plan proactive maintenance regimes for the plant.

This is a full-time permanent role, 40 hours per week (dayshift). Participation in an out-of-hours emergency standby rota is required. All overtime is in accordance with the working time directive.

Essential Criteria:

Mechanical qualification to NVQ Level 3
Welding experience
Skilled at bench fitting and using hand and power tools
Excellent Health & Safety awareness
Flexible attitude to working, prepared to work outside standard hours to meet business needs
Willing to contribute to on-call rota
Effective communication and team working skills, with the ability to work independently
Good numerical skills and a logical approach to problem solving
Capable of prioritising workload and managing time

Desirable Criteria:

Knowledge and experience of PSSR and LOLER certification
Experience in maintaining similar plant
Experience of safety rules & permit to work systems
Experience in machinery & hydraulics
Supervision of contractors
Use of Maximo or similar CMMS

Salary & Benefits:

£39k + Shift Allowance + Overtime
Private Health Care, Income Protection, Life Assurance, Medical Cashback
Pension Scheme & Profit Share

Job Category: Renewable Energy

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland

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