Shift Mechanical Technician

Job Location	Abram
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	Salary not specified
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent, full-time

Job Description

Changing the way the world thinks about waste.At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether were turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. Its a view thats shared by our 7,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career thats always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.And its why were the UKs No. 1 choice for business waste management.Help us make a difference as a Shift Mechanical Technician based at our PRF in Wigan.4 on 4off rotating 12 hour shifts (days and nights.)A quick look at the role.The Shift Mechanical Technician will effectively and efficiently respond to all operational engineering needs, to reduce operational downtime. To ensure health and safety requirements are always considered and executed.The Biffa division youll be supporting.Our recycling facility at Edmonton is one of the UKs largest materials recycling facilities (MRF). It has the capacity to recycle 250,000 tonnes of waste per year. The site has been fitted out with the most modern technology for the high-quality processing of recyclable materials.Designed to process both domestic and commercial dry recyclables, materials recycled include paper, cardboard, plastic, metal and glass containers and other materials.RequirementsHeres what we require:

Comply fully with all safety instructions, policies and procedure to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and all others present

Where necessary supervise a team of contractors and ensure work is carried out to the standard required

Support the Engineering Supervisor in the development of other team members skills and abilities

Carry out problem solving activities on the plant and machinery to identify faults and rectify them

Carry out maintenance, both preventative and breakdown, on all equipment on the site to reduce operational down time

Take part in Root Cause Analysis activities (RCA) to identify the cause of failures and actions to prevent future failures increasing plant up time

Proactively identify potential faults and improvement opportunities on the plant and equipment to prevent future failures or to identify more efficient methods of work

Use the CMMS fully as per the company procedures to promote timely reaction to work requests, build equipment history and promote effective stock control and record material usage

Maintain the workplace, tools and engineering facilities to prevent hazard and risks in the workplace and to promote effective engineering practices

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Level 3 Qualified Mechanical/Plant Engineering Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Have a basic knowledge of Health and Safety Policy & Procedures

HNC qualified in Mechanical/Plant Engineering

Hydraulics and Pneumatics Welding

Understanding of electrical/Instrument maintenance and lubrication

Highly knowledgeable in mechanical maintenance

Computer Literate

Able to problem solve and to prioritise work

BenefitsAnd heres why youll love it at Biffa. • Ongoing career development, training and coaching -Because if you dont grow, we dont grow.• Generous pension scheme.• Retail and leisure discounts.• Holiday and travel discounts.• Life cover.Dedicated to diversity.At Biffa we believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results. Its why youll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.

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