Maintenance (M&E) Technician

Job description

Avenue is currently recruiting a Maintenance Technician (M&E) for a leading manufacturing organisation based in Fife.
The Role
Provide mechanical and electrical maintenance expertise and provide effective, flexible support across the plant. To deputise for the shift lead hand when required.
Main Duties

To carry out the most appropriate and effective repairs to mechanical, electrical, electronic plant in line with engineering standards and legislative requirements.
To support the Planned Preventative Maintenance system, ensuring actions are completed in line with requirements.
Modification and improvement of machinery and the plant.
Contribute to engineering drawings and documentation, ensuring they are kept up to date and in compliance with appropriate standards and legislation.
To support process improvements and be receptive to change to develop working practices within the Engineering/Maintenance team.
Supervision of trainees and contractors.
To maintain a high standard of personal cleanliness and presentation and maintain a high standard of housekeeping within all working areas.
Carry out shift hand-overs as appropriate and act as deputy for lead hand when not available.

The Candidate

Time served experience in the discipline
Experience in the most recent Edition Wiring Regulations
Proficient in the use of computer-based systems, specifically in recording fault information, task times and parts usage.
Ability to use fault finding and diagnostic techniques.
Ability to read and amend technical drawings as required.
Knowledge and experience of welding/burning, machining, pipe work and fitting.
Understanding and experience of routine 'preventative' maintenance.
Ability to demonstrate a 'high' level of health, safety and environmental culture.
A high level of experience working with Permits to Work, risk assessments and safe working procedures.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organisational and planning skills.
Strong MS Office.
Excellent problem solver.
Can demonstrate the ability to prioritise and multitask whilst retaining attention to detail and accuracy.
Self-motivated and flexible.

Hours of work are based on a rotating 12 hour shift pattern Dayshift/Nightshift hours 7am - 7pm and 7pm - 7am
If you feel you have the necessary drive and experience please apply with an up to date CV for consideration
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