Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd its UK and Germany operations, technical expertise, and practical experience to bring innovative products and solutions to market. We conduct technical queries and assist in the development of bespoke products based on specific application requirements. We also work to drive advancement within our company and industry as part of our commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, including the development of technologies and processes for recycling and resource recovery for Lithium-ion and other battery chemistries. Within Europe, Mulberry Solutions supports collection, dismantling, diagnostics and crushing/sorting capabilities to derive black mass, with a particular focus on its UK and Germany operations.

LITHIUM SERVICES

Driving lithium-ion and battery technologies into the future.

In supporting future energy and material lifecycle needs for emerging battery systems, Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd has been highly active in the development of advanced technologies and processes for recycling and resource recovery for Lithium-ion and other battery chemistries. The UK and Germany operations support integrated lithium battery recycling services, including collection, diagnostics, processing and management activities.

OUR LOCATIONS

Strong presence in UK and Germany

Our operations in UK and Germany support battery collection, diagnostics, recycling and resource recovery. The Darlaston facility in UK and Hettstedt facility in Germany play important roles in supporting sustainable material flows, lithium-ion recycling, and the circular economy.

Working for Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd

Life at Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd is challenging, fulfilling and exciting!

Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd offers access to strong resources for personal and professional growth across the UK and Germany businesses.

At Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd you will have the chance to take on challenging responsibilities, working with experienced professionals across the UK and Germany businesses. You will be part of a culture of excellence focused on making a difference through sustainable recycling and resource recovery.

People are central to Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd growth strategy. Talent is drawn from strong academic and professional backgrounds across the UK and Germany businesses.

Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd focuses on attracting talent with the skills and experience needed to support its UK and Germany operations.

Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd endeavours to create a workplace where every person can reach his or her full potential.

Mulberry Battery Solutions Ltd is an employer of choice for first-class professionals who see challenges in large-scale initiatives that support economic growth and development.

The Role

Mulberry Battery Solutions wishes to appoint a Mechanical Maintenance Technician. The role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor at Mulberry Battery Solutions. The Mechanical Maintenance Technician ensures the day to day running and management of the shredding plant, and associated equipment on site . The Mechanical Maintenance Technician will be working with other teams to resource operational requirements.

Responsibilities

· Day to day running and management of a Battery shredding plant, and associated equipment on site

· Carry out scheduled inspections, servicing, adjustments and component replacement.

· Respond to mechanical failures, diagnose faults and restore equipment safely while minimising production downtime.

· Conduct mechanical repairs on the shredding plant, including all upstream and downstream machinery, as and when necessary,

· Conduct condition monitoring, check equipment for abnormal vibration, temperatures, noise, wear or leakages.

· Maintain belt and chain conveyors as well as feeders.

· Diagnose leaks and mechanical faults

· Participate in planned shutdowns, overhauls and major maintenance activities, including equipment strip- down inspection, repair and recommissioning

· Interfacing with other departments on site for input and output control.

· Implementation of preventative maintenance routine.

· Issue resolution and management of machine repairs through internal or external resources.

· Organise and follow up repairs to damaged / faulty equipment, to ensure suitable spares available on site.

· Ensure calibration of relevant equipment is kept up to date and maintain records and certificates.

· Ensure Technicians and Supervisors are made aware of any changes affecting plant operation or control

· Attend improvement meetings etc as necessary and when instructed by Senior Site Operations Manager.

· Laise with operations area Technicians and Supervisors prior to commencing work in ‘their’ areas, also ensure that production area Technicians are made aware when work has been completed and plant returned to service.

· Optimise the availability of equipment to ensure minimum loss of production.

· Process engineering experience running similar (industrial shredders/plant types) of machinery, would be an advantage.

· Fully trained and qualified mechanical Technician

· Electrical knowledge would be advantageous

· Three to five years of mechanical experience preferred.

· Good knowledge of preventative maintenance.

· Adaptable and flexible approach.

· Ability to meet deadlines, whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Good communication skills and the ability to work with people at all levels of the organisation.

· Keen to continue to improve understanding and knowledge of plant operations/Group strategies to contribute towards the organisation.

· Keen to continue to improve understanding and knowledge of plant operations/Group strategies to contribute towards the organisation.

· Hardworking attitude and reliable.

· Be technically proficient and accurate and an effective communicator.

· Competitive base salary to be discussed with candidates on an individual basis.

· Performance based bonus scheme

· Defined contribution pension, min 6.25% employee contribution with max 10% employer contribution of basic annual salary

· Death in service cover of 3x salary (if member of pension scheme)

· 25 days’ holiday plus statutory days.

· Notice period of 1 months either way

· The role will be based at Darlaston, West Midlands.

Pay: £45,000.00-£47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person