Mechanical Engineer

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer?

Would you also consider yourself to also have some Electrical Engineering bias?

Are you based in or around Lisburn?

The opportunity to join a safety conscious, time honoured Engineering team within Tata Steels Lisburn works has arisen. The successful applicant will be an individual with strong Mechanical Engineering experience, within a heavy or manufacturing industry. The knowledge and experience within Electrical engineering would be a significant advantage.

Tata Steels Lisburn works provides a wide range of decoiled, slitted and flat steel products. Significant investment will be made into the works within the next two years, making it an exciting time for an Engineer to join.

Role: Mechanical Engineer (with some Electrical bias)

Location: Tata Steel, Lissue Walk, Lisburn BT28 2SN

Rate: Competitive and based upon experience.

Quarterly bonus, Overtime (OT 1.5) and callout payments also available

Shift Patterns: Lisburn runs a 24 hour operation. Opportunity for a 3 shift rotation (days, nights and afternoons) or days only.

Start: ASAP but pending the successful completion of a medical assessment, which does include a Drug and Alcohol test

Responsibilities:

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• Ensuring decoiling, slitting and shearing machinery is maintained to the highest mechanical standards
  
• Supporting with electrical maintenance and repair on machinery listed above
  
• Performing necessary reactive breakdown repairs to minimise disruption to production
  
• Assisting in root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
  
• Leading preventative maintenance activities
  
• Reporting and recording maintenance and repair details using relevant IT and maintenance management systems
  
• Facilitating engineering solutions for process improvement to ensure efficiency and productivity targets are met
  
• Supporting the development and implementation of processes complying with Tata Steel H&S Management System
  
• Accountability for individual Health and Safety but also the H&S of others within a SSOW
  
• Maintaining clear and concise records to track trends and identify improvements
  

Essential requirements:

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• NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant electrical trade or a recognized apprenticeship (highly desired)
  
• 2+ years experience as a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer within a Manufacturing and/or Heavy Industry
  
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle (due to callouts and 24 hour operation)
  
• Strong Mechanical Engineering knowledge especially in relation to PPM
  
• Evidence of PPM implementation, delivery and control
  
• Good knowledge of Electrical Engineering, mainly in relation to AC/DC motors, Gearboxes and fault finding
  
• Excellent UK Health and Safety knowledge and experience
  

Benefits:

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• Advice and editing on your current CV
  
• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
  
• Paid holiday of 35 days per annum, which includes Bank Holidays
  
• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
  
• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
  
• Leading pension scheme including 10% employer contribution against 6% employee contribution
  
• Access to Private Healthcare
  
• Opportunity to progress and acquire multiple, recognised industry qualifications
  
• Health and well-being portal benefits including free Mental Health support
  

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.