Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Pirbright, United Kingdom, Aberdeen City)
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THE POSITION
As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will carry out planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical process, utility and facility equipment, helping to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the manufacturing site. You will diagnose faults, complete repairs and contribute to equipment reliability while working in accordance with site EHS, Biosecurity and GMP requirements.
This is a fixed-term contract until 31 December 2027.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical process, utility and facility equipment, including routine equipment checks, fault finding and repairs.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and complete remedial work efficiently to minimise disruption to manufacturing operations.
Complete planned maintenance activities in line with the maintenance schedule and maintain accurate equipment and work records in the CMMS.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with site EHS, Biosecurity and GMP procedures, including preparing and following appropriate risk assessments and method statements.
Support specialist contractors and engineering colleagues undertaking mechanical, electrical and utility work on site, ensuring activities are completed safely and compliantly.
Identify and implement practical improvements to mechanical maintenance standards and equipment reliability, while supporting the upkeep of plant areas and effective spare parts management.
Requirements
Demonstrable experience in mechanical installation, maintenance and fault finding, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Good technical knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical faults safely and effectively.
Experience working with steam plant would be advantageous.
Knowledge of chiller plant, centrifugal pumps and water systems would be advantageous.
Ability to interpret P&IDs and use them to support fault finding would be beneficial.
Knowledge of electrical safe isolation would be advantageous.
Adequate IT skills, including the ability to use maintenance management systems and complete accurate maintenance records.
Recognised mechanical technical training or qualification to City & Guilds standard, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
Proactive approach to resolving technical issues, with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
Boehringer Ingelheim is recognised as a Top Employer in the UK, reflecting our commitment to exceptional workplace standards, career development and a purpose-driven culture. Our employees contribute to meaningful work, creating long-term value for people, animals and the environment.
Learn more about why BI is a great place to work:
https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work
Candidates may be asked to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Security check. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory DBS certificate.
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