General Duties Technician
About the job
- GCSEs in Mathematics, English, and Science at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant experience in a similar role.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team, including interactions with customers, regulatory bodies, and OSC operators.
- Ability to work independently and remotely, with a willingness to travel frequently between sites.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
- Ability to work at pace and perform effectively under pressure.
- Experience working within industrial environments.
- Industrial or plant maintenance experience.
- Ensure all production facilities are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition, enabling them to consistently achieve their performance targets.
- Ensure compliance with site statutory requirements, mechanical integrity programmes, and preventative maintenance schedules.
- Carry out routine housekeeping and preventative maintenance activities.
- Support corrective maintenance activities associated with plant and equipment failures and breakdowns.
- Work closely with the Mechanical Maintenance team to ensure the effective management of spare parts and consumable inventories.
- Coordinate and oversee LOLER and PUWER inspections on site.
- Full UK driving licence.
- FLT (Forklift Truck) licence or certification.
About the company
Air Products provides industrial gases such as hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, argon, helium and carbon dioxide, along with related equipment and engineering services to customers worldwide in electronics, healthcare, energy, metals, chemicals, automotive and aerospace. It produces gases at air separation units or on-site plants and delivers them in bulk, cylinders, or packaged forms, sometimes installing and operating the production facilities for customers. The company differentiates itself by offering end-to-end capabilities—from design and build to ownership and operation of gas production plants—plus a global distribution network and decarbonization solutions. Its goal is to support customer operations with reliable gas supply and services while helping reduce environmental impact through decarbonization efforts.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Founded
1940
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 16, 2026 Arizona semiconductor deal adds roughly $250 million of owned infrastructure.
- July 2026 raised fiscal 2026 adjusted EPS guidance to $13.39-$13.49.
- August 2026 Yara agreement monetizes NEOM ammonia and strengthens European hydrogen distribution.
What critics are saying
- June 30, 2026 project exits triggered $2.9 billion charges and exposed weak underwriting.
- NEOM and semiconductor megaprojects demand heavy capex; another miss would destroy credibility.
- Repeated hydrogen write-downs threaten an existential capital discipline crisis and board-level reset.
What makes Air Products unique
- Air Products owns gas infrastructure, locking in semiconductor and refinery customers for decades.
- It combines industrial gases, equipment, and engineering across 50 countries.
- Its hydrogen network and electronics expertise create switching costs competitors struggle to match.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Parental Leave
- Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
- Adoption Assistance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program