Maintenance Specialist (Mechatronics)

About Us

Rheinmetall Weapons and Ammunition UK (RWM UK) is part of the defence engineering company Rheinmetall AG based in Germany. We design, manufacture and support military large-calibre weapon systems used by the British Army and international customers.

About the Role

RWM UK is now starting a new production site in Telford and we are recruiting for Maintenance Specialist (Mechatronics) who will be responsible for the maintenance of machines and equipment for the production of large-calibre weapon systems.

Important: A training may take place at the main plant in Unterlüß (Germany), while for other work steps, intensive on-site training will be provided.

• Carrying out routine and emergency repairs to machines and further equipment
• Implementation of new installations, conversions and adaptations of hardware and software
• Ensuring the operational readiness of work equipment and workplaces
• Inspection, maintenance and repair of operating equipment
• Planning and implementation of preventive maintenance
• Maintain detailed logs and reports of all maintenance work performed
• Give input for continuous improvement of related processes, worksteps, tools, etc. to improve overall performance
• Compliance with health and safety regulations in the workplace and during the implementation of repair and maintenance measures
• Support and work closely with production, production planning, tool department and external contractors to fix issues with machines and equipment
• Ability to diagnose issues and find appropriate solutions
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate with managers and team members

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• Completed vocational training as an industrial mechanic, mechatronic technician or in a comparable field
• Competent in identifying electrical and mechanical problems and find a quick and safe way to solve them
• Ability to read and understand specifications, technical drawings, work instructions and test procedures. 
• Professional experience in maintenance at an industrial company for CNC machining
• Competent in using jigs and fixtures and a wide range of hand tools and equipment  
• Competent in use of measuring equipment 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, as part of a Team, or individually.
• Motivated and disciplined with an excellent work ethic, technical aptitude, continuous improvement mind-set and can demonstrate attention to detail.
• Motivated to set up a new production for large calibre weapons systems in the UK (Telford)
• Willingness to work in a 3-shift pattern and be on call, including weekends

We want Rheinmetall to be an employer of choice and for our employees to build a career they can be proud of with us. Through our contracts to deliver world-class products and support, we are able to offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement through specialist technical roles, essential support functions and leadership positions.