Maintenance Technician

We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re-shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources. We are looking for a Maintenance Technician for an initial 12-month contract based in Barnoldswick on behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs. Job description - the role To provide support to the Manufacturing Services Leader and Manufacturing Services Engineer to ensure the organisation's objectives and goals are delivered. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing diagnostics, repairs and maintenance on manufacturing assets and all associated production equipment. We will be pleased to review applications from a range of backgrounds, i.e. mechanical, electrical or, otherwise relevant disciplines. As a Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for: Performing a range of routine, reactive, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance tasks across a broad range of manufacturing assets and production equipment. Collect, organise, and analyse data in support of Key Performance Indicators for the Manufacturing Services Department as required. Coordinate preventive and planned corrective maintenance activities with Production Staff, regularly communicating and interfacing with Production Leaders, Team Leaders, and Production Operators. Work with site Manufacturing Engineers to help understand and restore equipment performance to standard. Utilise problem solving skills and ability to make sound recommendations based on judgement, training and previous experience.What we require from the candidate: NVQ level 3 or equivalent in relevant time served apprenticeship. It is essential that candidates provide certification prior to interview Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern including weekend and night shifts. Proven understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic pneumatics principles and operation Demonstrable IT literacy Understanding of local and regional HSE Standards and regulationsNext steps If you are interested in applying for this position Maintenance Technician and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. Please note that due to recent changes in Off Payroll (IR35) legislation, our client only operates with contractors that operate via a PAYE or Umbrella model. We are unable to accept applications from candidates wishing to operate under their own Limited Company. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business