Skilled Plant Technician - Location - Derby

Company Description

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 Description

JOB PURPOSE

• Carry out annual maintenance, modification and repairs on the Stoneblower Fleet
• To maintain machines against the agreed maintenance plan
• Carry out occasional lone working field service repairs at various locations. (full UK driving licence required)

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
• 5S within depot
• Complete administration tasks in a timely manner
• Submission of completed maintenance documentation
• Quality of maintenance documentation

Qualifications

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

Full UK driving license

• Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence, as the role involves independent travel to attend lone working training and carry out occasional lone working field service repairs at various locations. The ability to drive is essential to ensure timely response and effective service delivery

Additional Information

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• 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 issues / problems in a timely manner, which are outside your remit of control
• Operate machine 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
• 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
• 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
• 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.