Who we are

Every life is unique and so are you!

At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.

As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.

About the role

The primary focus for this role is the operation and maintenance of our bespoke high pressure breathing quality compressed air systems, along with our low pressure factory air systems. The HP systems are novel, complex and large-scale, and are at the heart of our manufacturing process at Blyth.

The role is filled with rewarding challenges and compliance requirements, and as the systems constantly evolve there are great opportunities for learning new skills and gaining experience not found anywhere else.

Reporting to the Facilities Manager (Blyth) and working closely with the Mechanical Systems Manager (MSM), the role has responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of effective operation, maintenance, repair and project support of the high and low pressure compressed air generation and distribution equipment and systems.

This includes:

• Conducting daily checks, condition monitoring and watchkeeping. Providing initial fault-finding diagnostics and escalating to the MSM, or a contractor where required.

• Monitoring the quality of the breathing air produced through instrumentation, log keeping and air quality testing. Filter changes to be completed when required.

• Coordinating with end users and other stakeholders to conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), Reactive Maintenance & Repair, within established service levels, to correct H&S standards including LOTO and PtW and in accordance with PSSR inspection schedules.

• Providing technical support during equipment breakdowns.

• Utilising problem solving principles to undertake root cause analysis of issues and discussing potential improvements with the Mechanical Systems Manager.

• Implementing proactive measures to enhance energy efficiency, sustainability, reliability, and uptime.

• Collaborating with external suppliers and specialists for fault-finding, and ensuring timely, comprehensive reporting of major issues and repairs.

• Undertaking project work involving machine moves, installations, upgrades, and improvements to both compressors and distribution systems.

• Maintaining accurate maintenance records in the CAFM system, managing spare parts inventory, and ensuring high housekeeping standards in assigned areas.

• Ensuring own qualifications and skills are up to date for the full range of responsibilities

• Supporting the technical development of apprentices and other colleagues.

In addition, this role:

• Is included in the provision of year round out-of-hours support for the Blyth sites in the form of an on‑call rota which provides telephone or in person support, as required.

• May occasionally be required to travel offsite for supplier visits, training, or equipment inspections.

• Additional duties may be assigned as required, consistent with the nature and level of the role.

Shared responsibilities

All employees have a responsibility:

• to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.

• to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions

• to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results

All expectations, tasks and responsibilities of this role relate to all Dräger Group entities in UK and Ireland

Reporting Relationships

Manager - Facilities Manager (Blyth) – administratively

Mechanical Systems Manager - professionally

Size of team/environment - This role sits within the Blyth based FM Operations team and undertakes activities across the Blyth sites. The FM Operations team is a 7 person component of the broader 13 person UK Estates & Facilities Management team also based at Blyth.

Role Requirements

Education/Qualifications

• Minimum of a level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship or equivalent, in a related discipline.

Desirable

• Compressor OEM service training

• Swagelok certified installer

• H&S Qualification - IOSH preferred

• Level 4 Certificate (HNC) in Mechanical Engineering or associated discipline

Related Experience

• Experience in operating, diagnosing and maintaining a large multi building distributed compressed gas system, including breathing air compressors at 200bar +.

• Understand the mechanical principles of compressed air generation, distribution, safety and control.

• Basic maintenance and troubleshooting of multiple reciprocating and screw air/gas compressors.

• Maintenance of auxiliary equipment such as pumps, filters, valves and pneumatic control Basic understanding of electrical control systems.

• Experience of fault-finding and diagnostics of general mechanical equipment and building services

Desirable

• Experience of working within Safe Systems of Work and use of LOTO and Permit to Work systems

• Working knowledge of Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 (PSSR)

• Experience of working with HVAC systems, inc. chilled water, VRF & VRV, heat recovery units

• Skills, Special Competencies

• Experience with root cause analysis

• Able to work on own initiative

• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines

Dräger‘s Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days

• Flexi scheme

• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance

• Healthcare cash plan

• Salary sacrifice car scheme

• Subsidised canteen

• Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers

• Cycle to Work

• Gym membership discounts – up to 25%

• Charity Giving scheme

Dräger‘s dedication

At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All are welcome to apply!