Production Maintenance Technician

Are you a Maintenance Technician looking for a role in Plymouth where your technical impact is genuinely appreciated? Join an organization that puts its people first, giving you the trust and autonomy to optimize critical production machinery, lead technical projects, and mentor the next generation of frontline technicians.

Job Title:

Maintenance Technician

Location:

Plymouth Pay rate: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (No Weekend Shifts) About the Role :
Reporting to the Maintenance Technical Leader, you will maintain equipment reliability and drive operational efficiency across our Plymouth facility. This position combines hands-on preventative maintenance, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) leadership, and the mentorship of frontline technical teams.

Key Responsibilities :
Execute AM/PM tasks on schedule and document activities with the Maintenance Planner. Conduct regular equipment audits to identify continuous improvement opportunities and lead assigned TPM initiatives. Provide troubleshooting support to production teams and mentor staff in best-practice repair techniques. Organize spare parts and materials for planned maintenance windows, equipment rebuilds, and plant shutdowns. Utilize toolroom manufacturing capabilities to support ongoing maintenance and operational needs.

What We Are Looking For :
Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. Proven maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment (high-volume production preferred). Knowledge of maintenance systems (SAP preferred), TPM techniques, and toolroom machinery. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Flexibility to adjust working schedules when needed for critical maintenance and plant shutdowns.

What We Offer :
Pension:
Matched contribution scheme up to 10% of salary Healthcare & Protection:
Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, and Critical Illness Cover Financial Perks:
Share Save Scheme Paid Leave: 24 days annual leave (increasing to 25 days after 5 years of service) Recognition & Support:
Reward & Recognition scheme for Health, Safety, and Continuous Improvement, plus a full Employee Assistance Program (EAP) On-Site Amenities:
Subsidized canteen and free car parking Flexible Benefits:
Includes Cycle to Work scheme Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.