Job Description

Together for a cleaner, healthier world.

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology.  With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people.  We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.

Catalyst Technologies (CT) is a market leader in the syngas value chain. It develops and supplies high-value, specialty process technology and catalysts for chemicals and fuels processing to enable our customers to operate efficiently, profitably and sustainably. With CT at the forefront of the transition to sustainable chemicals and fuels, the transition to net zero is creating exciting new opportunities in this sector.

CATACEL SSR™ is a structured reforming catalyst that enables increased throughput and process intensification of conventional Steam Methane Reformers, demonstrated in Refineries Hydrogen, Methanol and Ammonia businesses. SSR has proven life cycle performance in large industrial applications. The technology has been in use globally since 2008. Equipment to manufacture the product has been commissioned, however the Operations Team, Site level procedures and systems (Finance/ERP/Logistics) have not yet been fully set up. A significant part of the role is therefore to establish a permanent manufacturing team and processes.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing predictive and preventative maintenance duties to the CATACEL SSR mechanical process line and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot mechanical problemsMaintains and repairs machines and production equipment safely and in accordance with company EHS standards as well as all legislative requirements Ensures preventative maintenance tasks are performed according to schedule along with the Maintenance Engineer Visually inspects machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctionsDismantles machines and equipment to gain access to problem areaInspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, and/or other problemsRemoves and replaces worn or defective parts on equipmentRealigns and adjusts components such as pumps, motors, drive couplingsLocates damaged air and hydraulic pipes and measures, cuts, threads, and install new pipeAssist/supports Production with starting up machines and equipment to test operation following repair to acceptable handoverPerforms maintenance to include but not limited to dismantle, inspection, repair and replacement of functional partsCleans up area at the completion of maintenance and repair Perform other general facility maintenance tasks as neededTake on any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed

Requirements for the role:

High School diploma or equivalent2+ years in industrial maintenance including electrical, PLC and ladder logic experience, instrumentation knowledge, mechanical diagnostics, and safetyExperienced in use of hand-held tools, machinery and equipmentComputer skills including maintenance software and PLC troubleshootingComprehends common technical vocabularyExcellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordinationConscientious, Dependable, Detail Conscious, Practical, EvaluativeFlexibility with different tasks/equipmentTroubleshooting and complex problem solving

How you will be rewarded:

We offer competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 20 days annual leave (varies for shift- based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family.

We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities.

We’ll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We’ll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we’re self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We’re passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you – a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations.

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part-time, job share and flexible working patterns.

How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online.  For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

If you are already a Johnson Matthey Employee, please visit the internal careers site to apply:  Find Jobs - Workday (myworkday.com)

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