Shift Mechanical Technician
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Job Description
Shift Mechanical Technician
An exciting opportunity has arisenfor an individual to join the Maintenance teamat Lancashire Renewables Ltd. working at our Thornton facility.
What youll be doing
As a Shift Mechanical Technician you will be responsible for the maintenance of the waste facility processing assets mechanical systems and general site infrastructure. Supporting both planned and reactive maintenance work related activities to ensure the optimal performance and condition of the waste facility.
What you will bring
To be successful in this position it is essential that you have completed a recognised apprenticeship or hold a qualification at ONC/HNC level in Mechanical Engineering.
While we offer and encourage training and development opportunities the following skills and knowledge would be highly beneficial:
- Experienced in delivering planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical systems processing equipment and infrastructure in waste treatment environments.
- Skilled in using maintenance and business systems to plan track and report tasks while responding promptly to faults to minimise downtime.
- Proven ability to work to structured schedules and support project-related activities including managing subcontractors.
- Strong understanding of safe systems of work (PTW LOTO) and SHEQ compliance within regulated settings.
- Clear communicator with accurate record-keeping and effective handover practices.
- Self-motivated and dependable with a collaborative mindset and ability to work independently.
- Technically knowledgeable with sound procedural understanding strong attention to detail and a solid educational background.
- Familiar with waste processing operations and associated systems.
What we offer you
- Competitive salary.
- Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.
- Death in Service cover 4x Salary.
- Free on-site car parking.
- Company sick pay scheme up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service
- Cycle to work scheme.
- We offer training and personal development programmes to our employees to provide opportunities to develop and progress.
- Wellbeing support for mental health.
- All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied.
Who are we
Lancashire Renewables Ltd was established for the operation and management of the two waste treatment facilities built for the Lancashire Waste Contract.
Our two facilities in Thornton and Leyland are manned 365 days a year. Both sites can process over 5000 tonnes of residual (black bin bag) waste per week and divert 95% of this material away from landfill.
Our aim is to achieve a sustainable future for Lancashire by providing services to process biodegradable and non-biodegradable community waste andour people are vital in helping us achieve this.
Our employees work in a variety of operations maintenance logistics and support roles across our two sites in Leyland and Thornton actively encouraging internal growth through development and training programmes.
We are dedicated to providing a positive supportive work environment with a strong focus on the health safety and wellbeing of all our employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer:
Diversity and inclusion are important to us at Lancashire Renewables and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent and our policies ensure that every job application and employee is treated fairly with equal opportunity to succeed.
Candidates should apply with an up-to-date CV by Friday 27th June 2025.
Please note that the advert may be closed early if we receive sufficient applications.
All roles are subject to the following:
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
- Satisfactory completion of a Company medical which includes testing for drugs and alcohol. The Company operates a zero-tolerance policy regarding the taking or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst on duty and carry out periodic random tests.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
