Maintenance Technician

Construction, Property and Engineering; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is expanding its maintenance team, seeking proactive technicians with electrical bias. This role offers exposure to planned and reactive maintenance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You'll collaborate with a large team, contributing to continuous improvement and operational performance. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills and relevant engineering qualifications, ready to tackle exciting challenges in a supportive atmosphere. If you're eager to make an impact and grow your skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is essential.
• Demonstrable hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and mechanical maintenance support to equipment and facilities.
• Diagnose and repair breakdowns quickly and effectively.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Mechanical Maintenance

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Root Cause Analysis

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

HNC in Engineering

HND in Engineering

Tools

Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Multi-Skilled Technician (Electrical Bias Preferred)
Location: Desford
Salary: £18.37 per hour (PAYE)
Contract Length: 12 months (Very likely to extend)
Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 06:30 - 15:00

• Friday: 06:30 - 12:00

• Occasional overtime available
  Start Date: ASAP
  Work Type: Fully site-based (non-negotiable)

About the Role

We are currently expanding our dynamic maintenance team and seeking two self-motivated, proactive Maintenance Technicians with an electrical bias or strong PLC experience. You'll be part of an inclusive and growing department modernising systems and driving integration and automation.

This is a varied role offering exposure to both planned and reactive maintenance across a large manufacturing site. You'll work closely with a team of 30+ engineers, contributing to continuous improvement and ensuring optimal operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide both electrical and mechanical maintenance support to equipment and facilities

• Diagnose and repair breakdowns quickly and effectively

• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance using a computerised maintenance management system (CMMS)

• Order replacement parts and manage stocks

• Adhere strictly to Health & Safety protocols

• Contribute to ongoing improvement projects and integration of new systems

• Undertake additional training and upskilling as required

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• NVQ Level 3 / HNC / HND in a relevant engineering field

• Demonstrable hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance experience

• Ability to read technical diagrams and follow policies and procedures

• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills

• Excellent team collaboration and communication

Desirable:

• Completed multi-year accredited apprenticeship

• Familiarity with PLC systems (advantageous)

• Experience working with Microsoft Office and willingness to train on in-house systems

If you're looking to be part of an innovative and supportive team working on exciting engineering challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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