Maintenance Engineer - Reed : Job Details

Maintenance Engineer

Location: Didcot

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £42,000 per annum + On Call Allowance

Reed Engineering are seeking a Maintenance Technician to join a fantastic company in Didcot. As a successful candidate you will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on a range of production equipment. This role is crucial in minimizing downtime and optimizing production output, ensuring that all machinery and equipment operate reliably and efficiently to meet production demands.

Day to Day of the Role:

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on various production equipment.
• Collaborate with the production team to minimize downtime and enhance production efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure equipment safety and compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and contractors for timely servicing and repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections, servicing, and repairs to prevent equipment breakdowns.
• Work on secure rooms maintenance, including pipe work, fixing gas lines, and pressure systems, with a focus on rotary experience.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a Manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in diagnosing and repairing faults, as well as performing preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Engineering.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Experience with Mechanical and Electrical maintenance (50/50 split).
• PLC experience is highly regarded.
• Rope access training or willingness to undertake IRATA qualification (provided by the company).

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Income protection.
• Private medical cover, including dental and optical.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Part payment for one professional membership subscription annually.

The Maintenance Technician will play a key role in the expansion of the production capacity, including the installation of new reactors that may require working at height or on rope harnesses. We are committed to providing the necessary training for the right candidate to achieve IRATA qualification.

To apply for the Maintenance Engineer position, then please 'Apply Today' with an updated CV.