Facilities Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Facilities Mechanical Technician Location: Newton Aycliffe, UK
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Reporting to: Facilities Supervisor
Job Type: Full-Time

Octric Semiconductor is a new name in the compound semiconductor foundry space. Its devices are used in mission critical defence and commercial applications. For over 25-years, we have been delivering over 1.5 billion devices that have been shipped from our site to date.

As a part of an emerging semiconductor cluster in the northeast, we are focussed on developing advanced technology, focussed on the next generation of semiconductors. We are looking to fill a number of exciting roles across device design and innovation through to manufacturing & reliability.
Located in Newton Aycliffe, UK, we occupy a 10,000 m2 purpose-built Class 100 manufacturing facility fully equipped to produce state of the art compound semiconductor product. Octric is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We have family friendly employee policies, and a culture that respects work life balance. We offer a competitive benefits package; we are a company committed to personal & professional progression and development. Be part of our journey and join our team driving innovation in a cutting-edge industry.

Participate enthusiastically in the provision of the highest standard of HSE Performance in the department. Safe effective, efficient and seamless supply of facilities services with target zero disruption to the site production schedule”

Perform and integral part in the successful operation of the department by delivering technician services with specialism of Mechanical and Piping. Provide technician support required to undertake planned, breakdown and minor modification maintenance activities. Ensure Health & Safety standards/procedures are adhered including “Risk Assessment and JSA”
Self-motivated planning and delivery of breakdown and planned and breakdown maintenance activities
Safely diagnose and rectify plant breakdowns, undertake root causes reviews and implement remedial actions. Target being minimising plant downtime and probability of fault reoccurrence.
Undertake planned maintenance in a timely manner reviewing findings and adjusting frequencies
Share technical knowledge on “Specialism” with others and assist with “Multidisciplined Training”
Actively engage with process operators developing ability to operate process plant. Capable of working and changing over high potential risk process gases and cylinders used in process
Actively engaged in the inspection and maintenance of pressure vessels and equipment as detailed in Pressure Systems Safety Regulations
Develop, undertake and own “Continuous Improvement Projects and Activities”

Proactive participation in all HSE activities including Risk Assessment and Method Statements
Proactive role in developing a positively safe and environmental and quality culture to satisfy ISO 45001/140001/9001 respectively. Utilise CMMS to identify, analyse and record PM’s and breakdowns in accordance with mechanical maintenance schedules and written scheme of inspection for pressure envelope / PSSR Regs.
Self- lead and motivated delivery of comprehensive Planned Maintenance Schedules including timely input of information and review of findings. Finding review to be used to make recommendation on frequencies and suitability of maintenance activity.
Work closely with process technicians and monitor plant to ensure breakdowns are remediated in a safe and effective and efficient manner thus minimizing disruption of supply of service.
Analyse, maintain and rectify fault conditions across a range of plant, equipment & systems. This will include Root Cause Analysis for failure and subsequent development and implementation of improvement plan
Inspect, check, align, and overhaul mechanical and rotating equipment and valves. Ensure high standards of engineering principles and procedures, compliance with good understanding of alignment, vibration and bolt tensioning analysis techniques
Play an active role to identify and implement facilities plant improvements in order to increase reliability, efficiency and reduce operating costs through continuous improvements.
To understand how variations in the facilities plant and services can impact the fabrication plant performance. Actively engaged in changeover of high potential risk process gases and cylinders.
Liaise with vendors and field service engineers for assistance in service contracts, breakdowns & telephone support
Flexible and willing to work throughout the operation to achieve the business goals.
Contribute towards Key Performance Indicators to achieve Engineering targets
Contribute towards training of fellow Technicians, Operators and Apprentices.

Time served apprenticeship from a Mechanical or Pipefitting Background / discipline.
Minimum of 2 years post apprentice knowledge and experience of Process / Chemical Plant
Familiarity of COSHH and ability to write method statements and risk assessments
Solid and wide-ranging understanding of rotating machines and fixed mechanical equipment to allow effective maintenance e.g Heat exchangers, pumps, valves and pressure relief stream devices.
Pro-active approach to maintenance with excellent and proven fault diagnosis and application of vibration analysis techniques on rotating equipment.
Working knowledge of ventilation and air conditioning plant and motor maintenance
Knowledge ISO Piping and Fabrication standards to remove and install pipe work.
Comprehensive IT skills covering main micro soft software packages
Pro-active self-motivated and capable of working without direct supervision.
Demonstrate creative approach to specific tasks and willing to become “Multi disciplined”.
Team player with good Communication skills that is Results and performance driven
Greater than 4 years’ experience in a facilities/plant environment.
Fulfilled role at “Technician Level” in a chemical or pharmaceutical background
Ability to diagnose faults and optimise process performance of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Capable of inspecting, testing, checking operation and overhauling pumps, gearboxes, valves, heat exchangers and process plant equipment.
Willing to adapt and learn skills required to work on LV electrical equipment including isolations and LOTO Procedures.
Conversant with operation of diesel generator engine maintenance
Prepared to be flexible in working additional hours to suit business needs.
Decisive, accurate, creative and forward thinking.
We are committed to providing accommodations during the application process to ensure accessibility for all candidates.