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Quarry Plant Service Engineer
- devon and torbay, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent
- Full time
- £58 - £71 Per Annum
Job Description
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Quarry Plant Service Engineer to join a well-established company.
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Salary: £65,000 per annum plus OTE. Location: Hemerdon Mine, Plymouth.
About the Role
- The company has a large processing contract in the newly re-opened Hemerdon Mine, near Plympton. Hemerdon Mine produces tungsten, a precious-earth metal.
- Several experienced, enthusiastic and self-motivated Field Service Engineers are sought to complement the established team.
- We are looking for team players who will work to high standards in problem solving, fault-finding, service and repair on quarry crushing and screening plant.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all site operational tasks are completed under the correct Health & Safety paperwork and in a safe manner.
- Assist site with breakdowns as they occur.
- Carry out routine maintenance to prevent downtime.
- Compile technical reports following services and breakdowns.
- Liaise with other team members to agree parts requirements.
- Complete plant breakdowns and repairs in a timely manner.
- Complete all plant equipment servicing and testing.
- Assist on plant installations when required and resolve on-site issues during installations.
- Compile lists of refurbishment requirements prior to plant removal / re-installation.
- Liaise with Service team to resolve ongoing site operational / technical issues.
- Assist in site operator awareness training to optimise plant performance.
Performance Measures
- Improve efficiency
- Reduce downtime
- Optimise performance
Skills & Experience
- Relevant engineering qualifications.
- CSCS Safe Pass (non essential) – optional.
- Quarry pass.
- Driving licence (essential).
- Vehicle maintenance experience.
- Previous Field Service Plant Fitter/Engineer experience essential.
- Crushing and screening plant experience essential.
- Experience of servicing construction equipment essential.
- Minimum 5 years in mechanical engineering with knowledge in hydraulics, electrics and engine.
- Problem solving and decision-making skills; excellent communication and people skills.
- Good planning and organisational skills; ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines with minimal supervision; self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Fault finding ability and ability to maintain positive working relationships.
Other information
- Training and development opportunities.
- The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.