We create chemistry but we are much more than a chemistry company: We’re engineers, scientists, technical experts and logistics specialist. We have 100 years of experience, a global network and a great passion for chemistry that comes from the heart. This is how we make sure that our plastics drive the cars of tomorrow, that our emulsions make interior paints even more eco-friendly and that our sweeteners reduce sugar also in your food products. Headquartered in Dallas (Texas) our global network includes around 7,700 employees, more than 80 locations in 20 countries with 3 global service centers: Budapest, Nanjing, Irving.

Around 130 employees and contractors work at the Advanced Elastomer Systems (AES) plant in Newport, South Wales. AES has the capacity to produce over 100,000 tonnes of Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) annually which are marketed under the trademark Santoprene.

TPEs are products that perform like rubber but can be processed with the speed, efficiency and economy of thermoplastics. In addition to simpler processing, the principal advantages of TPEs include easy recycling, closer control of dimensions and improved product quality vs thermoset rubber.

Around 60% of Santoprene sales are to the automotive industry where it is used on car weather seals, under-bonnet applications and for interior parts. The versatile product is used by the construction industry, and for consumer goods such as flexible toothbrushes and grips for kitchen utensils. Santoprene is also used to make parts of medical devices such as vacutainers to take blood samples.

As a maintenance department we are tasked with maintaining equipment throughout the plant in a safe and timely manner. For the Newport maintenance team we are currently looking for a

Mechanical Technician

Celanese are currently recruiting a Mechanical Technician to join our maintenance team here at the Advanced Elastomer Systems (AES) plant (formerly owned by ExxonMobil) in Newport, South Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced and varied engineering environment where we take pride in our safety performance. You will be maintaining the plant and equipment at one of Europe’s premier Thermoplastic Vulcanisate plants, which provides raw materials to the global automotive industry.

A maintenance technician role will hold the following qualifications and attributes:

• Time served, mechanical trade-skilled person
• A good general education: As a minimum, grades A-C at GCSE level including Maths, English and one other Science/Technical subject
• Experience of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings & P&IDs
• Competent with workshop machinery
• Commitment to high standards in safety and quality of work
• Driven, motivated & committed to ownership and completing tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Able to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment while making decisions focused on safety, quality, reliability & performance of the business
• High personal standards e.g. Safety, Trade skills, quality, schedule, housekeeping, maintenance of tools & equipment
• Positive attitude, wants to do the job and is committed to meeting plant business needs
• Flexible and willing to perform full range of tasks
• Self-sufficient and able to work individually or with minimum support from others
• Performs all work in a cost conscious manner making efficient use of resources
• Potential breakdowns and reliability improvements identified during the work are referred to his/her supervisor for consideration.
• Sets example to and leads opinion of others through positive approach to the job, timekeeping and productivity

These skills are beneficial, but not mandatory for this role:

• Experience working in a chemical process plant, or related engineering/heavy industry field
• Experience of SAP Planned Maintenance Module
• Experience of SAP
• Experience of Delta V
• Rigging and Slinging skills
• FLT licence
• Welding proficient

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including an attractive on-call allowance, private health care and pension scheme.

This is a day’s based role Monday-Friday.

The closing date for applications is 10^th April 2022. Successful applicants will be brought forward to interview at AES Newport commencing in April 2022.

If you have any questions about the Recruitment Process please contact us at: jacopo.maranghi@celanese.com

At AES, we offer you the chance to develop and advance your career and to progress independent projects in an area that you feel passionate about and can make a real difference. You will be part of a small site where you can have a big impact, and also a larger multinational corporation where we benefit from economies of scale. We want to bring in people that are keen to drive change to improve our site and the wider Celanese business! You will work alongside people who are fun, friendly, supportive and experienced in what they do. We also support and sponsor further education up to and including degree level qualifications. Flexible working is possible depending on individual circumstances.

Our workplace is conveniently located just off the M4 and close to Newport city centre. We have an onsite gym which is free to use, a subsidised canteen and free onsite parking. What are you waiting for? Apply today!

 About the company

In the past one hundred years, Celanese has transformed into a global technology and specialty materials company with leading businesses in key geographic regions. With a focus on safety, innovation, productivity, performance and results, our company is positioned to achieve significant future growth and deliver exceptional results for all stakeholders.

While we call Dallas, Texas home for our headquarters, we have approximately 7,500 employees working to serve our customers around the world. From Dallas to Amsterdam to Shanghai, we manage a global network of commercial offices, technical centers, and twenty-seven production facilities and additional strategic affiliate production facilities.

For more information, visit https://www.celanese.com/