Heating Engineer jobs in Padiham

An exciting position has become available for a full time Maintenance Engineer Fitter - Multi-Skilled (Mechanical & Electrical Bias) to join a friendly team based in Chorley (PR6). The successful candidate will earn £42,000pa starting salary and 10% increase upon completing the probation period. Reporting to the Engineer Supervisor or Team leader and Engineering Manager, you will actively participate in the Planned Preventative Maintenance scheme and the Engineering Works Request Scheme. As well as support the site by ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of all mechanical, electrical and other plant equipment’s on site.

Candidate working hours will start from 8:00 – 16:30 for a period of 3months during the early stage of probation and changes to the weekly double day rotational shift pattern (5:45am -2:15pm / 1:45pm-10:15pm) for the later period of probation to complete the probation period of 5 months.

Role Requirements

· ONC or equivalent level vocational qualification in mechanical and or electrical related discipline

· Minimum 8 years in manufacturing or production mechanical maintenance engineering experience including competency in pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and industrial steam system. Welding and fabrication skill will be an advantage.

· Electrical maintenance engineering experience include competency in isolation of motors, AC/DC drives, inverters and the ability in fault finding using P&ID diagram, electrical drawing, electrical wire tracing troubleshooting and schematics diagram. PLC experience will be an added advantage

· Flexible approach to work and prepared to be involved in variety of duties

· Self-motivated, results-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude

· A strong communicator at all levels and a team player who can stay calm under pressure.

Role Responsibilities

· Adhere to, and participate in, the annual maintenance plans to ensure minimum disruption to plant by planned or breakdown downtime, including continuous engineering maintenance and preventative maintenance plan and structural facility and building maintenance plan.

· Work with the Engineering Supervisor and process staff to monitor, implement and improve the output of the engineering works request scheme.

· Participate in the rotational 24-hour maintenance call-out system as required.

· Play an active part in continuous improvement programs and projects undertaken on site, such as energy efficient projects.

· Assist in the implementation and control of Health & Safety & Environmental standards to satisfy legislative and corporate requirements.

Company

Initially established in 1960’s are experts in petrochemical product blending.

From wax for candle makers to surface protection waxes we manufacture and supply an extensive and comprehensive range of waxes and wax blends and are also large-scale producers of petroleum jellies for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, industrial and commercial use.

Offering unparalleled service, the best prices, quality and stock levels, our flexibility and responsiveness to customer enquiries has enabled us to grow and flourish into the UK's leading wax blender and supplier.

At the forefront of wax production, the company has invest heavily in new product development, encouraging our chemists to seek new commercially viable wax applications. We strive to continually be the very best in our field.

Why should you apply?

· To join a fantastic company

· To become part of a great team

· To showcase your knowledge and skill set

If you’re the ideal candidate our client is looking for, please send your CV by clicking the APPLY button

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chorley PR6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 8 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person