Maintenance Technician

First Base; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

First Base in Bridgwater is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support site machinery and infrastructure. The role covers planned maintenance, rapid breakdown response, and ensuring production stability with a strong focus on safety and compliance.

You will work with cross-functional teams, perform root-cause analysis, and keep detailed records using CMMS. The position offers a competitive salary of £42,000 plus benefits. Travel occasionally to supplier or partner sites as required.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Proficient in fault finding and root cause analysis.
• Experience with CMMS or maintenance systems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute planned preventative maintenance across site machinery and infrastructure.
• Respond rapidly to equipment breakdowns and implement solutions.
• Support operations by resolving mechanical issues impacting production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reliability and fix faults.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and site procedures.
• Complete actions from CAR system.
• Communicate maintenance plans and handovers with departments.
• Assist with commissioning, upgrades, and configuration of machinery.
• Maintain detailed records of work completed, parts used, and fault analysis.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Education

Time-served apprenticeship with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Location: Bridgwater

Hours: Double days - 6am - 2pm/ 2pm - 10pm

Salary: £42,000 + benefits

Key Responsibilities of a Maintenance Technician:

• Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across all site machinery and infrastructure
• Respond rapidly to equipment breakdowns and implement effective solutions
• Support operations by resolving mechanical issues impacting production efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reliability and resolve complex faults
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and site procedures
• Complete actions from the Corrective Action Report (CAR) system
• Communicate maintenance plans and machine handovers with relevant departments
• Assist with commissioning, upgrades, and configuration of machinery and facilities
• Maintain detailed records of work completed, parts used, and fault analysis
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site

Key Skills of a Maintenance Technician:

• Time-served apprenticeship with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in engineering
• Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance
• Proficient in fault finding and root cause analysis
• PC literate; experience with maintenance systems (e.g., CMMS)
• Effective communicator with strong problem-solving ability
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with safe working practices, equipment design, and build
• Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier or partner sites if required
• Flexible, proactive, and accountable with strong initiative