Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

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The postholder is required to work such hours as are necessary in order to satisfactorily perform the role. This role will be required to work shifts as required by the Company. Working shifts, 12 hours, days/nights, average 42 hours per week.

The below describes the main tasks and is not necessarily an exhaustive list of duties. It does not preclude the need to carry out other specific tasks from time to time as required.

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• Assisting with the development of PPM systems and the forward scheduling of maintenance activities
  
• Operational tasks to comply with legislation and company procedures
  
• Fault diagnosis, repair and maintenance in a steel work / heavy engineering environment
  
• Hydraulics/Pneumatic/Cooling Systems
  
• Planning and scheduling planned and unplanned work
  
• Liaise with client departments
  
• Control maintenance tools, stores and equipment
  
• Monitor maintenance costs
  
• Improve production facilities
  

Note: This job description is a guide to the principal, current duties of the job. It does not form part of the contract of employment

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• Determined, quality orientated, organized and disciplined
  
• Able to uphold and maintain systems/standards
  
• Good communicator and listener, analytical and numerate
  
• Team player
  
• FLT, OHC, Confined Space, Working at Height, MEWP
  
• Knowledge of SHIRES electronic maintenance system or equivalent
  
• Attention to detail
  
• Supportive for all maintenance activities
  

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• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment
  
• Ability to follow job instructions / processes
  
• A good understanding of the principles of Health & Safety at work
  
• Experience of mechanical engineering in a production line/foundry environment
  
• Capable of operating the site based computerised planned maintenance system to monitor and record all works carried out
  
• Have a proven ability of fault finding and problem solving hydraulic/pneumatic/cooling systems
  
• Be self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
  
• Work on a Panama shift system may be required
  

Employees must be legally authorised (settled status) to work in the United Kingdom. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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• Death in Service Benefit (6 x Salary)
  
• Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme
  
• Company Sick Pay
  
• Enhanced Bereavement Leave
  
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement (25 Days plus Bank Holidays) – January to December
  
• Employee Reward Recognition Schemes
  
• Service Awards
  
• Employee Referral Programme
  
• WPA Cash Back Health Scheme – Bronze Category is Complimentary
  
• Annual Health Surveillance
  
• Mental Health First Aiders on Site
  
• Employee Wellbeing Initiatives
  
• Regular health initiatives including flu vaccinations
  
• Occupational Health Support
  
• Celebration Events
  
• Free Parking
  
• Uniform/PPE
  

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• City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering
  
• Completed a recognised Apprenticeship
  
• GCSEs – A-C, including English and Maths
  

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.