Maintenance Technician

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic, outgoing, eager and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join their Process Engineering team.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will oversee all maintenance activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a fully site-based role, working closely with production, engineering and maintenance teams. You will ensure equipment reliability, safety and operational efficiency. You will co-ordinate preventative and reactive maintenance, minimise downtime and support continuous improvement including project work and 6S across production and warehouse operations.

• Perform planned preventative maintenance activities in accordance with maintenance schedules
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults on production equipment.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and support production teams in restoring operations.
• Conduct routine inspections of machinery and plant equipment to identify potential issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and modification of machinery and equipment.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Work closely with production personnel to identify and resolve equipment performance issues.
• Manage and maintain tools, spare parts, and maintenance consumables.
• Participate in root cause analysis investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Support contractors and external service providers during maintenance projects.
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) and permit-to-work procedures where applicable

Required:

• 5+ years' maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical fault-finding skills
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems / time predictive management
• Good understanding of HSE and quality standards
• Knowledge of BS 7671 Wiring Regulations
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure

Beneficial:

• Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or equivalent)
• Experience with automated or assembly line equipment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement tool
• Knowledge of Cryogenic & F-Gas

• Working Hours:
  
  Monday to Thursday from 7:30am to 4:00pm and Friday from 7:30am to 1:30pm.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Overtime opportunities (where applicable)