The post of Mechanical Technician has responsibility for performing repairs, installation, machining and service duties as required, across our 2 sites in Flimby and Cleator Moor, as well as off-site.

CRITERIA SKILLS

(Competence and Aptitudes)

• Excellent practical skills and demonstrable experience of safe ways of working.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals and groups.
• Ability to manage systems that would underpin safe and efficient workshop operations.
• Track record of delivering projects within agreed timescales.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• An ability to undertake complex work in a planned and systematic manner.
• Excellent timekeepers

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

• Experience gained in the industry to ensure full compliance and adherence to all H&S issues
• Time served Mechanical Technician/ Fitter.

KNOWLEDGE

• Machining skills preferred- Lathe and Milling (desirable).
• Knowledge of Hydraulics/ Pneumatics (desirable).
• Basic electrical circuit knowledge (desirable).

QUALIFICATIONS (Educational and Vocational)

• NVQ 3 or ONC in mechanical engineering as a minimum. HNC Preferred.
• Up to date Telehandler ticket (desirable).
• Workplace Health and Safety Certificates (desirable).

• Investigate the nature of equipment failures and subsequently carry out repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible.
• Carry out the installations, refurbishment and commissioning of mechanical equipment to specification and on time.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings of various equipment to ensure correct tolerance and fits are maintained, for efficient operations.
• Inspect, repair, install and test mechanical equipment in order to ensure that mandatory legislative requirements are met.
• Maintain tools and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Carry out quality control inspections on the condition of the work carried out on and off site.
• Report any complications which may affect the delivery of the installation on time to your line manager
• Maintain accurate records relevant to operational activity.
• Carry out scheduled planned maintenance work on company vehicles and buildings.
• Undertake any other duties as consistent with the post.
• Operate within the scope of Forth’s policies and the law.
• Operate at all times in keeping with the values of Forth where the emphasis is on collaboration, participation and respect – empowering individuals to contribute their best.