Solenis

Mechanical Maintenance Shift Technicians x 6

Closing date: 29th July 2025

2 days, 2 nights followed by 4 days off.

This is a shift-based role that will include days, nights, weekends and bank holidays. Full details of the shift patterns will be provided by our Recruiter prior to interview.

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware USA, the company has 70 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,500 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

We’re looking for proactive Mechanical Maintenance Shift Technicians to join our team at our fast-paced chemical manufacturing site in Bradford. This is your chance to be part of a highly skilled maintenance team supporting a COMAH-regulated operation.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be responsible for executing planned, preventative, and reactive mechanical maintenance across a wide range of process plant equipment. From pump overhauls to seal fitting and equipment inspections, you’ll help ensure equipment uptime, plant reliability, and operational safety.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintain, repair, and overhaul rotating equipment, pumps, valves, and related systems
• Ensure high standards of safety, quality, and housekeeping (EHS & 5S)
• Log maintenance activity and feedback in SAP
• Diagnose faults and implement effective, long-term fixes
• Support shutdowns, turnarounds, and compliance inspections
• Work collaboratively with engineers and technicians to resolve issues
• Engage in continuous learning to improve performance and reduce downtime

What You’ll Bring

• Level 3 Mechanical Apprenticeship (or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance within a chemical or industrial setting
• Solid knowledge of rotating equipment, seal systems, and process plant machinery
• Familiar with ATEX, confined space entry, and mechanical safety standards
• Confident using SAP and Microsoft Office; strong understanding of maintenance cycles and risk assessments
• Self-motivated, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Willing and able to work at heights and in full PPE (incl. face-fit masks)

Desirable (but not essential):

• COMAH site experience
• COMPEX EX11, SSSTS
• Certification or willingness to train in MEWP, FLT, lifting operations, and confined space ntry

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary, annual bonus scheme and enhanced company pension scheme
• Private healthcare care
• Life assurance and Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training, development and support
• Onsite parking (some bays with EV Charging Points)
• Onsite multi-faith room

Join Us

At Solenis, we're proud of our purpose-driven culture and our commitment to innovation and sustainability. If you're ready to take your account management career to the next level while making a positive environmental impact, we'd love to hear from you.

We understand that not every candidate will possess every desired qualification listed above. If your experience varies from our outlined requirements, yet you believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply and share your unique perspective with us.

At Solenis, we recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We offer attractive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and abundant opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're passionate about working for a world-class company and enjoy tackling complex challenges, we invite you to consider joining our team.

Solenis is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.