Asset Care Technician

Asset Care Technician

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Asset Care Technician

West Indies Rum Distillery Limited (Established 1893), a leading manufacturer of rum and rum-based products for local, regional and international markets, is seeking to recruit a self-driven and motivated good sense of responsibility and accountability. Asset Care Technician to join our team.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Installing new plant machinery according to specifications.
• Conducting preventative and predicative maintenance on plant equipment according to the Preventative Maintenance program.
• Reading and interpreting equipment manuals to grasp an understanding of the functioning of the machinery (this would be essential to repairs).
• Performing emergency repairs when necessary (especially after regular working hours).

• Diagnosing problems with equipment, replacing and repairing faulty parts, testing and making required adjustments where necessary.

Required Competencies:

• Technical Diploma (i.e., Electrical, Plant Maintenance or Mechanical), City & Guilds Certificate, Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in a technical area (i.e., Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics etc.).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in a manufacturing company.
• Ability to work in hot environments.
• Knowledge of electrical systems (motors, contactors, etc.), hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps, valves, actuators and troubleshooting techniques.
• Knowledge of PLC and plant automation would be an asset.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good computer literacy skills (including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Be performance driven and results-oriented.
• Must be accountable and ethical in all conduct.

The selected candidate will receive a competitive remuneration and benefits package. Written applications together with current curriculum vitae should be submitted to the address below by Tuesday, 26 September 2023.

At this time only candidates residing in Barbados can be considered.  Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged.