Mechanical Technician

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Mechanical Technician, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life‑saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.

The role

As a Mechanical Technician, you will help drive our goals by

• Carrying out mechanical maintenance, installation and repair of plant equipment and machinery
• Diagnosing faults and resolving issues to maintain safe and reliable operations
• Completing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and inspections across site
• Fabricating or modifying components using engineering drawings or reverse engineering techniques
• Maintaining critical systems including pumps, conveyors, valves, furnaces and piping
• Recording maintenance activities and identifying spare parts requirements using SAP

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role

• Completed a recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent vocational training
• Experience in mechanical maintenance within manufacturing, industrial or heavy engineering environments
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical documents
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Experience using hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment
• Strong focus on health and safety with good communication and teamwork skills

• Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!
• Due to the nature of this role applicants must be non-smokers and have been free from nicotine products for at least 3 months.

Working Hours

You will be required to work a 12-hour shift pattern, on day and nights, which includes weekends on a rotation of 5 days on followed by 4 days off in rotation.

What we offer

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Competitive retirement savings
• Company matched Share Incentive Plan
• Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness
• Medical plans/health assessments
• Retailer and Wellbeing discounts
• Competitive annual incentive plan

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact GlobalRecruit@matthey.com. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised .

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