Skilled Plant Technician, Location - Derby

Harsco Rail, a worldwide division of Enviri Corporation, is a technological and innovative global supplier of railway track Maintenance of Way (MoW) products and services with over 100 years of operations. Harsco Rail provides expert engineering, vehicles and equipment, innovative technology, safety technology, dedicated parts and services, contracting services, and quality maintenance from nine main locations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, India, Brazil, China, and Australia. Additional information can be found at www.harscorail.com.

JOB PURPOSE

• Carry out annual maintenance, modification and repairs on the Stoneblower Fleet
• To maintain machines against the agreed maintenance plan
• Support the Stoneblower Heavy Maintenance Manager and Depot Supervisor in achieving desired targets and KPI’s.
• To support and assist the maintenance team with the delivery of annual maintenance activities on the Stoneblower fleet.

KEY RESULT AREAS

• Machine available for work / for optimum usage in a timely manner
• Servicing completed within required timeframe
• Performance of machine following annual maintenance
• Condition of machine
• Timely ordering of parts / equipment
• To organise and follow 5S within designated areas of the depot
• Complete administration tasks in a timely manner
• Submission of completed maintenance documentation to a high standard in a timely manner
• Supporting maintenance team in the upkeeping of quality of maintenance documentation

 

Qualifications & Experience

• Is likely to be time served apprenticeship in an engineering discipline, or Preferred recognised qualification as a mechanical / electrical / maintenance engineer
• Experience within the Railway Industry

Technical Skills

Knowledge & understanding of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, electronic, fault finding & repair

• IT literate including basic knowledge of Microsoft systems
• Calibration & understanding of rail plant operating
• Competent in current maintenance standards
• Problem Solving and identifying solutions

Behaviours

• Able to develop working relationships internally and externally
• Adheres to deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Time management

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Work closely with the other band 1 technicians in ensuring smooth delivery of annual maintenance activities
• Report any defects found on machine & carry out repairs within required competency level for the role
• Ensure planned maintenance duties are completed in line with company policies & procedures & work instructions
• Ensure working environment is maintained as required by 5S
• Inform supervisor of any shift critical or maintenance scheduling issues / problems in a timely manner, which are outside your remit of control
• Operate and lead machine shunts for maintenance purposes, as required
• Ensure regularly updated & compliant with company policies & procedures
• Awareness of company communication via notice boards
• Be responsible for the care of company assets
• Committed to travel and lodge as required by the company.
• To undertake training as required
• Ensure compliance with competence assessment systems
• Comply with the Company Code of Conduct

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts and omissions at work
• Comply with all Statutory and Company Policies, Procedures and Standards
• Inform your line manager, supervisor or health and safety representative of any unsafe occurrences
• Implement and comply with company standards and procedures relevant to the undertaking of Stoneblower Maintenance
• Only undertake work for which you have been trained and (if required) certified competent
• Work closely with the Depot Management Team to raise safety issues and support safety initiatives.
• To comply with Risk Assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
• Maintain and utilise all PPE provided by the employer
• Co-operate with your employer on health, safety and environment
• Make safe any unsafe conditions where practical and challenge unsafe work practices
• Comply with company standards and procedures relevant to the undertaking of Stoneblower Maintenance
• Observe safety objectives issued
• Report all, and assist with investigating relevant accidents, incidents, and near misses
• Maintain and utilise all PPE provided by the employer.

 

Harsco is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.