Maintenance Technician

Antolin; Hawton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Antolin is recruiting a Maintenance Technician (Electrical Bias) at Barton Under Needwood (DE13 8BX). The role focuses on electrical, mechanical maintenance and repair of factory equipment, with a Monday–Friday shift pattern split across 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm.

The candidate will diagnose issues, read schematics, and uphold health and safety standards. Ideal applicants will have proven maintenance or engineering experience in a technical environment, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• Proven maintenance/engineering experience in a technical environment.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read technical drawings, manuals and schematics.
• Proactive approach to preventative maintenance and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to health, safety and quality standards.
• Good communication and teamwork with production/engineering.
• Flexibility to work shifts and respond to breakdowns.
• Relevant engineering/maintenance qualifications or certifications (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal maintenance of factory equipment (mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical).
• Know the operation of equipment, tools, devices and testing instruments.
• Perform routine maintenance per machine prescriptions.
• Adjust mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic mechanisms to spec.
• Prepare inspection reports and report to supervisor.
• Replace defective components with correct spares and verify assembly.
• Monitor compressor room operation; monitor pumps and chillers for maintenance/repair.
• Check joint accuracy, perform dimensional inspections and final adjustments.
• Define parameters and standards for maintenance work and materials used.

Skills

Maintenance

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Schematics

Preventative maintenance

Health & safety

Communication

Shift flexibility

Engineering qualifications

Education

Engineering qualifications

Job description

Maintenance Technician (Electrical Bias)

Barton Under Needwood (DE13 8BX) | UK | Full Time

Weekly Shift Pattern - Monday to Friday 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm

Essence in motion to build the future of mobility

For 75 years, Antolin has been a trusted partner to the world’s leading automotive manufacturers. As a global leader in interior design and advanced manufacturing, we develop innovative solutions across instrument panels, door panels, cockpits, headliners, lighting and smart interior systems. Our products enhance almost 700 vehicle models currently on the road.

With more than 136 plants and offices across North and South America, Africa, Europe, Asia and with a team of 20,000 colleagues we combine global scale with local expertise to deliver outstanding value, quality, and innovation for our customers.

Your Mission

Ensures the optimal maintenance of factory equipment by performing electrical, mechanical maintenance and repair work in compliance with technical and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal maintenance of all equipment inside the factory, in terms of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical aspects.
• Has knowledge of the operation of equipment, tools, devices, and testing instruments used
• Performs routine maintenance work according to the specific prescriptions for each machine.
• Adjusts mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic mechanisms to meet the specified functional parameters.
• Prepares technical inspection reports and reports operations to the hierarchical supervisor
• Replaces the defective component with the appropriate spare part, verifying the correctness of the assembly using suitable tools.
• Monitors the proper operation of the compressor room.
• Monitors the operating condition of pumps and chillers (maintenance and repair);
• Checks the accuracy of joints using appropriate tools, performs dimensional inspections, and makes final adjustments
• Responsible for the parameters and technical standards for performing maintenance and repair work, the types and functional parameters of machinery, the types of work, and the raw materials and basic materials used

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in maintenance, engineering, manufacturing, or a similar technical environment
• Strong diagnostic and problem solving skills with the ability to identify issues quickly and safely
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic systems
• Ability to read technical drawings, manuals, and schematics
• A proactive approach to preventative maintenance and continuous improvement
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with production and engineering teams
• Flexibility to work shifts or respond to breakdowns as needed
• Relevant qualifications or certifications in engineering, maintenance, or a related field (advantageous)

Why Join Us?

At Antolin, we are more than a company — we are a community with a proud heritage. As a family owned business, we have grown over 75 years while staying true to our values: Family Spirit, Responsibility and Sustainability, Evolution and Innovation, Talent and Commitment.

Here, you won't just support projects — you will help shape the future of mobility. Your role will influence how millions of people experience their vehicles, supporting world class OEMs and driving the development of smarter, more sustainable interiors.

What makes Antolin different

• Invests in people for the long term, offering stability and genuine career progression
• Values relationships with colleagues, customers, and the communities we serve
• Encourages every voice to be heard, and every contribution to make a difference
• Combines the agility of a family company with the scale of a global leader

Ready to make an impact?

DREAM. DARE. DO.