Mechanical Technician

Company Overview

Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Our specialty ingredients and high‑performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions. Key industries served include household products, coatings & adhesives, energy & electronics, healthcare, food & beverages, agriculture, transportation, and paper & packaging.

A Responsible Care® company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company’s global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control and safety.

To carry out mechanical maintenance tasks in a safe manner to appropriate standards. To assist the Mechanical Supervisor in the execution of their daily tasks and step up to provide cover for aspects of the Mechanical Supervisor’s role, where appropriate.

• Ensure all work is carried out in a safe manner and without harm to others or the environment, in line with company policies.
• Execute mechanical maintenance tasks as required, including both planned and emergent work.
• Tasks will include but are not limited to: installation of pipework and fittings, installation of screwed and bolted joints, installation and alignment of rotating machinery (high‑value mechanical seals, pumps, agitators, etc.), condition‑based monitoring, pump and valve overhauls/repairs.
• Identify any parts required, collate the relevant details and, where appropriate, contact the supplier for a quotation.
• Assist in the development of Predictive and Preventative Maintenance Routines (PMR) and write appropriate routines so that others can carry out the task.
• Contribute to Root Cause Analysis of failures both formally and more generally through discussion with others and the Maintenance Supervisor in order to improve the reliability of equipment.
• Recommend and monitor workshop spares holding, ensuring any parts used are replenished.
• Record all work in the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) currently MP2.
• Assist where required in the training of others on site to increase the skills and knowledge of the workforce and to better execute their roles.
• Provide cover for the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor during absences and at other times as required.
• Undertake other duties as may be required.

• Active participation in continuous improvement and other lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Participation in problem solving.
• Take responsibility for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business.
• Assist in the training, mentoring and assessment of other team members.

• Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements.
• Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly.
• Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times.

• General good knowledge of maintenance processes.
• Good IT skills – able to adapt to new IT systems.
• Detail‑oriented and well‑organised, able to prioritise and handle multiple tasks.
• Embodies the core values of Aurorium:
  • credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actions.
  • outcome‑oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impact.
  • driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world‑class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness.
  • empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standard.

• Maths, English, IT Literate.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Served a recognised apprenticeship scheme or equivalent training.
• Experience and knowledge of rotating equipment (centrifugal pumps, mechanical seals, etc.).
• Experience and knowledge of static equipment (flanges, pipework, valves, PVVs, RVs, flame arresters, etc.).
• Knowledge of predictive techniques.
• Experience in a similar environment, ideally a Top Tier COMAH site.
• Basic knowledge of relevant legislation (LOLER, PUWER, PSSR, HASAWA, COSHH, DSEAR).