Contract Maintenance Engineer - Outside IR35

Omega Resource Group; Heanor; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Omega Resource Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for a busy industrial site in Heanor. The contract is initially 3 months and Outside IR35, offering a competitive hourly rate.

The role is mechanically biased, focusing on valves, pumps, pipework, mechanical repairs, and general plant maintenance, with basic electrical fault-finding support. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on maintenance experience in an industrial setting, plus NVQ3/City & Guilds/Apprenticeship in

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environments required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Basic electrical fault-finding knowledge.
• NVQ3 / City & Guilds / Apprenticeship or equivalent Mechanical Engineering qualification.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Diagnose faults and complete strip-downs, repairs, overhauls, and rebuilds of valves, pumps, and mechanical assemblies.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on pipework, fittings, and associated mechanical systems.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Assist with basic electrical fault-finding on motors, sensors, and control equipment when required.
• Support installation, commissioning, and modification activities across site.
• Complete maintenance records and documentation accurately.
• Ensure activities comply with health & safety regulations, permit-to-work systems, and confined space procedures.
• Work with operations and engineering teams to maximise plant reliability and performance.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Electrical fault-finding (basic)

Reading engineering drawings

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / Apprenticeship (Mechanical Engineering)

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Contract Duration: 3 Months (Short-Term Ongoing)

Location: Heanor

Rate: £35-£40 per hour (Outside IR35)

Are you an experienced Maintenance Technician looking for your next contract opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Technician to join a busy industrial site in Heanor on an initial 3-month contract. This is an Outside IR35 assignment offering excellent rates and the potential for ongoing work. The role is mechanically biased, focusing on valves, pumps, pipework, mechanical repairs, and plant maintenance, with basic electrical fault-finding support.

Key Responsibilities - Maintenance Technician

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Diagnose faults and complete strip-downs, repairs, overhauls, and rebuilds of valves, pumps, and mechanical assemblies.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on pipework, fittings, and associated mechanical systems.
• Respond effectively to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Assist with basic electrical fault-finding on motors, sensors, and control equipment when required.
• Support installation, commissioning, and modification activities across site.
• Complete maintenance records and documentation accurately.
• Ensure all activities comply with health & safety regulations, permit-to-work systems, and confined space procedures.
• Work closely with operations and engineering teams to maximise plant reliability and performance.

Skills & Experience Required - Maintenance Technician

• Proven experience within an industrial, manufacturing, process, utilities, or heavy engineering environment.
• Strong hands‑on maintenance experience.
• Demonstrable experience working on:
  • Valves
  • Pumps
  • Pipework
  • Mechanical assemblies
  • Rotating equipment
• Experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults.
• Basic electrical fault‑finding knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship, or equivalent Mechanical Engineering qualification.

Advantageous Certifications

• IPAF Licence
• Confined Space Certification
• Permit to Work Experience

Desirable Experience

• Process manufacturing environments
• Utilities, water treatment, energy, or heavy industrial sites
• CMMS maintenance systems
• Shutdowns, outages, and project‑based maintenance work

Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Mechanical Fitter | Maintenance Fitter | Mechanical Engineer | Plant Fitter | Maintenance Engineer | Mechanical Maintenance Engineer | Industrial Mechanical Technician | Reliability Technician | Shutdown Technician | Valve Technician | Service Engineer | Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical Bias) | Mechanical Craftsperson