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Mechanical Maintenance Technician - M25

Balfour Beatty plc
Dartford
3 weeks ago
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Are you an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Technician seeking a new challenge? Do you have expertise in performing planned maintenance and defect repair work on a variety of mechanical equipment, including pumps, fans, and pipework? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of electrical systems, conducting routine inspections, diagnosing faults, and carrying out repairs and preventative maintenance and other M25 tunnels.

The position is based at our South Mimms offices; however, the role will involve travel to all tunnel locations across the M25 network and may require frequent work from the Holmesdale and Hatfield sites.

Responsibilities:

  • To be conversant with the operation of all mechanical plant, within the Pumpstations, OIW sites and other M25 Tunnels, under normal and emergency conditions and be capable of operating systems under local or remote control.
  • To be able to carry out Planned Maintenance and defect repair work on a range of mechanical equipment which includes pumps, fans, pipe work etc.
  • To complete any records as required, including daily worksheets, and maintenance report sheets.
  • To read drawings and carry out fault finding and repairs without supervision.
  • To carry out all type of Civil and Mechanical Maintenance work within the capacity of an Mechanical Technician with or without direct supervision.
  • Carry out any work of a manual, semi-skilled or skilled nature of any type of trade description (including “out of trade” work) under the instructions of the Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Drive various vehicles as required, including those for maintenance purposes.
  • Ensure that all relevant Health & Safety requirements are met and safe working practices are adopted at all times.
  • Ensure that vehicles, plant and equipment are available and maintained for safe operational use.
  • Ensure that routine vehicle checks and drivers hours books are completed in accordance with company procedures.
  • Attend incidents and work safely in accordance with policies to facilitate the early clear up of hazard/incident.
  • Any other duties within the capacity of a Maintenance Technician as required by Line Managers.
  • Live the Connect Plus Services Values.
  • Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm.
  • Support the delivery of Connect Plus Services Sustainability activities.

Qualifications/ Skills/ Experience:

  • Recognised Mechanical Qualification / Apprenticeship
  • Card holder (or willing to undertake Training) in CSCS Safety Card
  • MEWPS (mobile elevating working platforms)
  • Routine maintenance and repairs to a wide range of equipment including pumps, fans etc.
  • Practical maintenance or servicing experience on mechanical plant.
  • Problem solving & fault finding with reference to maintenance manuals and drawings.
  • All round experience of welding, plumbing and manufacturing items using workshop machinery.
  • Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation.
  • G39 working in the vicinity of DNO equipment.
  • Full UK Driver’s License. A van will be provided to commute between sites.

Working Arrangements: The role is Monday to Friday, days, but there is a requirement to work nights for 3 weeks per quarter, annually, to assist with Tunnel Maintenance closures. A requirement to participate and be on call for 1 week in 3 to cover call outs.

Why work for us: Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Benefits: As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

  • Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
  • 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
  • Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
  • Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About Us: Connect Plus Services (CPS) brings together the collective strength of our parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Atkins and Egis Road Operation UK. With around 600 people, based at eight locations across the M25 network, we work on behalf of Connect Plus and National Highways to manage the operation of the M25 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, from routine maintenance to managing the whole-life requirement of thousands of assets across the network.

Diversity and inclusion: At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, and where everyone feels included and valued. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment.


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