Maintenance Technician

Symphony Group PLC; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Symphony Group PLC in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom, is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician on a full-time, permanent basis. You will join a hands-on maintenance team responsible for keeping production equipment running safely and efficiently, with a focus on planned maintenance and rapid fault resolution.

The role requires a strong background in machine repair, PPM, and problem solving, and you will communicate with on-site contractors and remote service engineers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ industrial experience and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production plant and equipment
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime
• Be able to work well and communicate with on site contractors and remote service engineers
• Diagnose and resolve machine breakdowns swiftly and effectively
• Fault find on mechanical systems i.e. gearboxes etc.
• Have a good understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits
• Maintain accurate records and reports within the CMMS system
• Manage and monitor stock levels of critical parts and equipment
• Mentoring of apprentices

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Machine repair

PPM

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 3

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Location

Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

We’re seeking a skilled and proactive Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team at our Barnsley site.You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary.

As one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom fitted furniture, Symphony has had unsuppressed growth, with almost 50 years’ experience. Our emphasis is on providing a high standard for all our products and the services we offer. We are currently seeking the very best people, to further strengthen our position within the industry by appointing dedicated individuals to share in our success.

The Maintenance Technician role:

As part of our maintenance team, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our production equipment runs efficiently, safely, and reliably. You’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance support across a variety of plant systems and machinery, contributing directly to our operational success.

If you have a strong background in machine repair, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and problem solving, this is an excellent opportunity to take your career further in a dynamic, team-driven environment.

The key responsibilities of our Maintenance Technician will include:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production plant and equipment
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime
• Be able to work well and communicate with on site contractors and remote service engineers
• Diagnose and resolve machine breakdowns swiftly and effectively
• Fault find on mechanical systems i.e. gearboxes etc.
• Have a good understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits
• Maintain accurate records and reports within the CMMS system
• Manage and monitor stock levels of critical parts and equipment
• Mentoring of apprentices

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives on technical challenges and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly.

In order to succeed in this Maintenance Technician role, you will:

• Be a qualified and experienced Maintenance Engineer, holding a minimum of 4 years’ industrial experience and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Have prior experience working within a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Be able to work a 4 shift rota.

The department operates the following shifts:-

• Week 1 6am - 4pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
• Week 2 6am - 2pm Monday to Friday
• Week 3 10pm - 6am Monday to Friday
• Week 4 2pm - 10pm Monday to Friday

• Be computer literate, with proven experience using CMMS systems.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and use your own initiative to solve problems effectively.
• Be flexible and willing to work overtime to support production demands and cover holidays or sickness within the department.

This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary. In order for your application to be taken further please state your required salary.