Maintenance Technician

JB351: Maintenance TechnicianLocation: BallymenaSalary: £15 per hourOverview:First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician on behalf of one of our clients.To maintain plant and equipment in accordance with the laid down health & safety standards. Plant includes the computerised batching plant, mould equipment and repairing machinery. Machinery includes mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatics and computerised systems. Maintenance of on-site equipment, forklift trucks, HGV, vans and other vehicles.Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.Duties and Responsibilities for the Maintenance Technician:

• Ensure high quality maintenance standards are achieved and safe working practices are adhered to at all times.
• Carry out PPM tasks efficiently and provide necessary feedback to maintenance supervisors on timescales involved.
• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to breakdowns, within critical work processes.
• Assist in operator training sessions.
• Ensure all maintenance, quality and health & safety records are maintained.
• Report any problems in relation to quality and health & safety to supervisor.
• Suggest ways of improving maintenance activities, work practices and implement agreed improvements.
• Any other duties, within reason and capability.

Skills and Qualifications for the Maintenance Technician:

• Engineering qualification in maintenance/fitter.
• Minimum of 3 years maintenance experience.
• Relevant electrical qualification.
• Experience in working with electrical equipment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility towards business needs is essential.
• An understanding of both written and spoken English.
• Familiar with various types of plant and machinery.
• Understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Understanding of basic electrics.
• Ability to weld/fabricate.
• Willing to develop skill base and knowledge.
• Flexibility with overtime is essential.

Location: BallymenaSalary: £15 per hour