Mechanical Technician
UK Visa Sponsorship Analytics
Occupation TypeEngineering technicians
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£42,500
(£21.79 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
Job Summary
Ready to take the lead in utilities engineering at a dynamic manufacturing site? Join us to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations that keep our processes running 24/7.
As Mechanical Technician, you’ll manage all site utilities and facilities infrastructure, from steam and water systems to refrigeration and compressed air. You’ll lead a skilled team, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and provide technical support across departments. This role includes participation in a call-out rota and occasional weekend cover to support continuous operations.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
Ready to take the lead in utilities engineering at a dynamic manufacturing site? Join us to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations that keep our processes running 24/7.
As Mechanical Technician, you’ll manage all site utilities and facilities infrastructure, from steam and water systems to refrigeration and compressed air. You’ll lead a skilled team, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and provide technical support across departments. This role includes participation in a call-out rota and occasional weekend cover to support continuous operations.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
- Lead utilities operations and maintenance for steam, water, cooling, refrigeration, air, and nitrogen systems.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and maintain accurate records.
- Act as the Site Responsible Person for Legionella Control and develop/update utility procedures.
- Plan and coordinate proactive maintenance and manage corrective repairs.
- Oversee facilities projects and contractor management, including quotations and invoicing.
- Support team development and provide technical assistance, including out-of-hours support.
- Completed engineering apprenticeship (minimum City & Guilds qualification).
- Proven leadership experience and strong fault-finding skills.
- Hands-on experience with site utilities operations.
- Experience in chemical industry hazardous areas and food hygiene awareness.
- BOAS certification for boiler operations.
- Legionella management expertise.
- Forklift license.
- Play a key role in ensuring reliability and compliance at a global company.
- Work in a safety-first, inclusive environment.
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