The Plant Support Technician (PST) will assist Maintenance Managers, Responsible Engineers and Plant Managers through local delivery of engineering maintenance, configuration management and general support. The role holder will be required to deliver a broad range of Mechanical Engineering tasks primarily focused on plant maintenance, compliance tasks, breakdown support, change control and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Job AccountabilitiesWork safely and adhere to all site and statutory safety requirementsProvide breakdown support and carry out planned preventative maintenanceMaintain and improve company assets, engineering practices and systems to ensure effective shutdowns, changeovers, increased equipment efficiency and reduced asset downtimeSupport project maintenance, installation and demolition work using trade skills to maximise plant availabilityAnalyse appropriate information systems to develop improvements and engineer out recurring problemsOwnership and completion of tasks including accepting permits to work, purchase of materials, completing detailed technical reports and good housekeepingAssist the Maintenance Manager as required in the management, coaching and development of apprenticesActively participate in the definition, design and implementation of engineering projects and modifications to ensure effective integration into plantImplement and commission minor engineering projects and modifications to improve company assetsEnsure all engineering practices implemented are consistent with company standards ensuring compliance to all engineering procedures and instructionsSupport the Maintenance Manager to maintain and improve engineering standardsActively participate in delivery of the Site and Engineering Strategies.Personal Skills & Key BehavioursCan do - Demonstrates a proactive approach and positive attitude, regardless of short term loading. Adaptable, willing, enthusiastic and demonstrates motivation and driveFlexibility - Demonstrates behavioural responses that align with business core valuesTeamwork and Leadership - Leads by example. Actively seeks out opportunities for improvement and removes blockers which would stop the team / individual working effectivelyComplete Integrity - Builds real trust with customers within the organisation and within the Engineering teamChallenging - Seeks to improve the status quo. Seeks efficiency in what is delivered (engineering scope) and in how engineering is deliveredInfluencing Skills - Applies rational persuasion to influence peers Good Relationships - Sets up relationships strong enough to withstand disagreements.Experience & QualificationsThe role holder will be time served and completed a recognised apprenticeship and/or a minimum of an HNC / SVQ in Mechanical EngineeringExperience within the Chemical Industry preferable Demonstrate a good understanding of relevant Health and Safety standards and Statutory Legislation.