Mechanically Biased Maintenance Technician

We are recruiting a Mechanically Biased Maintenance Technician (approx. 70% mechanical, 30% electrical) to join our onsite maintenance engineering team.  This full‑time, permanent role operates on rotating 3‑shift pattern, maintaining continuous operations in a busy, process‑driven manufacturing environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across moulding, cutting and finishing machinery.
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical faults—bearings, gearboxes, pneumatics, hydraulics.
  • Carry out basic to intermediate electrical fault finding when needed.
  • Collaborate with production and engineering teams to reduce downtime and optimise equipment reliability.
  • Follow strict health & safety, quality and process documentation standards (ISO 9001/14001 compliant).
  • Accurately log maintenance records and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.

Candidate Profile

  • Strong mechanical engineering background (apprenticeship or equivalent) with practical hands‑on experience.
  • Familiarity with electrical diagnostics beneficial given 30% electrical expectation.
  • Proven experience in a heavy‑duty manufacturing materials plant advantageous.
  • Capable, diligent, and hard‑working
  • Must have own transport to access the site reliably.
  • Positive, team‑oriented attitude with a focus on continuous improvement.

 

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate of £19.20 plus generous weekly shift allowances (up to £118.44).
  • Structured 3‐shift rotation with reliable working hours and overtime potential.
  • Work within an industry‑leading organisation with strong technical performance credentials and a supportive culture.
  • Formal training, development and the chance to transition to permanent for the right candidate.

 


Shift Allowances (annualised):

If the technician rotates evenly through shifts over the year:

  • Days: £19.31 × ~17.33 weeks = £334.94

  • Backs: £73.39 × ~17.33 weeks = £1,271.86

  • Nights: £118.44 × ~17.33 weeks = £2,053.63

Total annual shift allowance ≈ £3,660.43

Total Consolidated Salary (Base + Shift Premiums):

£37,440 + £3,660.43 = £41,100.43/year

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