Shift Mechanical Technician

In Cork; Portishead, Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Portishead is seeking a Shift Mechanical Technician. This position involves rotating duties across cleanroom facilities, ensuring equipment cleanliness, and maintaining accurate logs and inspection records. Ideal candidates will have experience in a cleanroom or vacuum environment, alongside knowledge of ISO standards. Benefits include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a focus on work-life balance. The role offers an opportunity to work in a high-tech environment within the engineering sector.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Work-life balance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Experience ideally with gas chambers is preferable.
• Background in a cleanroom setting is important.
• Understanding of safety, hygiene, and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Rotate duties across four cleanroom facilities.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of equipment and surroundings.
• Keep accurate maintenance logs and inspection records.

Skills

Experience in a vacuum or cleanroom environment

Familiarity with ISO standards

Ability to monitor and replenish essential supplies

Education

Diploma or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Shift Mechanical Technician role in Portishead. 1 shift mechanical technician position with responsibilities in a high-tech environment.

The Role

• Rotate duties across four cleanroom facilities to ensure consistent standards are maintained.
• Undertake scheduled upkeep, including the cleaning and replacement of filters, tubing, and related parts.
• Keep accurate maintenance logs, inspection records, and cleaning documentation.
• Adhere strictly to all safety, hygiene, and operational procedures.
• Clean equipment, fixtures, and surrounding areas (such as floors and doors) using approved materials and methods.
• Monitor and replenish essential supplies, tools, and PPE to support continuous operation.

The Candidate

• Diploma or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering - Desirable
• Experienced working within a vacuum or cleanroom environment.
• Ideally have experience with gas chambers.
• Familiar with ISO standards and other relevant regulations for a cleanroom environment.

The Benefits

• 25 days + Bank Holidays
• Work life balance
• EAP

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

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