Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: SR1 Sunderland Tyne & Wear
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Mechanical Technician – Chemical Manufacturing (Sunderland)
A leading chemical manufacturing site in Sunderland is seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician to join its engineering team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong mechanical expertise, experience in hazardous environments, and a commitment to high safety and operational standards.
The Role
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing a wide range of mechanical equipment across the site. You’ll play a key role in ensuring plant reliability, safety, and efficiency, working both independently and alongside the wider engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out maintenance, repair, installation, and commissioning of mechanical plant equipment
* Ensure all work complies with health, safety, environmental, and statutory requirements
* Use CMMS systems to manage, record, and complete maintenance tasks
* Diagnose faults, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions
* Support planned shutdowns, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives
* Work within permit-to-work systems, ensuring proper risk assessments and isolations are in place
* Assist with project work, including installation, commissioning, and handover of new equipment
* Maintain high housekeeping standards and promote a positive safety culture
* Report defects, near misses, and unsafe conditions promptly
* Support and mentor colleagues where required
About You
* Proven experience in a mechanical maintenance role within a chemical, process, or heavy industrial environment
* Knowledge of hazardous area working practices (CompEx Mechanical preferred)
* Experience working under COMAH regulations or similar high-hazard industries
* Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation
* Experience using CMMS systems for maintenance planning and reporting
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation
* Proactive, flexible, and able to respond to breakdowns and operational needs
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work in a high-performing, safety-focused environment
* Ongoing training and development
* Exposure to complex plant systems and engineering projects
Additional Information
* Flexibility required for overtime, call-outs, and shutdown periods
* Involvement in emergency response and incident support as needed
If you’re a skilled Mechanical Fitter looking to work in a dynamic and safety-critical environment, we’d like to hear from you