Maintenance Technician

MTrec Ltd; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in Houghton-le-Spring is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician. The role involves maintaining and improving production machinery, ensuring efficiency and quality standards. Candidates should have a relevant engineering qualification and experience in a manufacturing environment. The company offers a full-time, permanent position with comprehensive training and long-term career opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Company pension scheme

Comprehensive training and continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or time-served apprenticeship).
• Electrical qualification with 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification.
• Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.).
• Proven experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on site equipment.
• Maintain electrical and mechanical systems.
• Perform basic boiler care and chiller maintenance.
• Manage documentation including certification records and inventory logs.
• Supervise contractors and issue permits to work.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Electrical knowledge

PC proficiency

Safety-consciousness

Education

Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or time-served apprenticeship)

18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification

Job description

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer:

• A full-time, permanent position with long-term career opportunities.
• Comprehensive training and continuous professional development.
• Work within a supportive and experienced maintenance team.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company pension scheme.
• Three-shift pattern following initial training/orientation period.

New Job Opportunity:

We are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a well-established and expanding manufacturing site. This is an excellent opportunity for a multi-skilled engineer—preferably with a background in food manufacturing—who enjoys problem-solving, teamwork, and working with a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems.

You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving production machinery, ensuring equipment runs efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

The Job You’ll Do:

• Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on site equipment, including mixers, blenders, form-fill packaging machines, sachet machines, and metal detectors.
• Maintain electrical and mechanical systems, as well as site facilities and infrastructure.
• Perform basic boiler care (steam and thermal fluid) and chiller maintenance.
• Correctly handle and use approved chemicals and food-contact equipment.
• Manage documentation including certification records, machine data sheets, and inventory logs
• Order spare parts, approved chemicals, and maintenance tools when required.
• Ensure precise shift handovers and clear communication across teams.
• Supervise contractors and issue permits to work.
• Support and oversee installation of new machinery and equipment.
• Conduct root cause analysis to prevent recurring breakdowns.
• Undertake special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist operators with machine operation and troubleshooting.
• Drive site improvements in hygiene, quality, and performance.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Occasionally attend off-site training related to new or upgraded equipment.

About You:

• Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or time-served apprenticeship).
• Electrical qualification with 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification.
• Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.).
• Proven experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment (food sector preferred).
• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.
• A proactive and safety-conscious approach to all tasks.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Welding skills – preferred but not essential.
• Food hygiene experience – training provided if required