Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer Rates: £25.00-£27.00 Per Hour (PAYE) / £35.00-£40.00ph (Umbrella/Outside IR35) Manchester Are you a skilled maintenance engineer looking to boost your income or fit some part-time work around your current schedule? Join Gap Technical and assist a wide variety of manufacturing businesses across the Area with ad-hoc shift cover opportunities. Whether you're aiming to earn more, gain experience across different industries, or need flexible work options, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Performance Objectives Respond to equipment breakdowns promptly and carry out scheduled maintenance to ensure smooth operations. Troubleshoot and resolve machine faults efficiently using technical expertise and available documentation. Build strong working relationships with operational teams to maximize performance and reduce downtime. Conduct Root Cause Analysis to improve machine reliability and support continuous improvement efforts. Maintain and repair machinery to high standards, proactively reducing downtime and enhancing departmental efficiency.

Person Specification Ideally, you will have completed a Time-served Engineering Apprenticeship. Experience in FMCG/Packaging Manufacturing is advantageous but not essential. Strong competence in fault-finding on 3-Phase Electrical Systems, Drives, I/O PLCs, as well as Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems. Excellent communication skills and the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks efficiently. Apply Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, please do not hesitate to get in touch This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency.

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