Maintenance Technician

Bis Henderson; Hardingstone; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in logistics is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Hardingstone, UK. You will maintain automated systems, perform preventative maintenance, and resolve mechanical and electrical issues. The role offers a salary of £37,000 - £42,000, with bonuses and overtime opportunities. Strong electrical fault-finding skills and relevant engineering qualifications are essential. The position operates on a 3 on 3 off night shift pattern.

Benefits

Bonus opportunity

Overtime availability

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Maintenance Engineering or Technician role in an automated production environment.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings.
• Proactive mindset and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on automated equipment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical & electrical faults.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding skills

Mechanical maintenance

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications in electrical maintenance

Some form of mechanical qualification

Tools

Experience with PLCs

Conveyors

Motors

Job description

Overview

Wellingborough • £37,000 - £42,000 + bonus + overtime opportunity. 3 on 3 off shift pattern, working nights (6pm - 6am).

Summary: As a Maintenance Technician, you'll play a key role in maintaining the reliability and performance of automated equipment and systems within a FMCG production operation. You'll be responsible for identifying and resolving electrical and mechanical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and minimising downtime across the site. You will also work closely with the operations team to ensure compliance to safety standards and regulations at all times.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on a range of automated equipment and systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical & electrical faults.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns, ensuring minimal disruption to production operations.
• Proactively identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement to increase efficiency, productivity, quality and safety.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities.
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with health & safety regulations and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience working in a Maintenance Engineering or Technician role within an automated production environment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding skills, including the ability to interpret electrical drawings.
• Preferably good understanding and experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Experience with PLCs, conveyors and motors is highly desirable.
• Relevant engineering qualifications in electrical maintenance (such as NVQ Level 3, HNC, C&G or equivalent).
• Preferably some form of mechanical qualification to supplement your electrical skills.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

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All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role