Maintenance Technician

Staffline; Maudlin; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site support from Staffline

Canteen on site

Uniform provided

PPE provided

Job summary

Staffline in Chichester is seeking a reliable Maintenance Technician to join our team. You will focus on maintaining automated paint application equipment, conveyors, and onsite facilities to maximise uptime.

This full-time role runs Monday–Friday, up to 45 hours weekly with a rotating early/late shift (06:00–00:00). Overtime is paid at premium rates, and work safety and environmental standards are a priority.

Qualifications

• Must possess practical maintenance and repair skills in an industrial setting.
• Experience with automation and paint line equipment is desirable.
• Strong safety and environmental compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot multi-axis paint robots and conveyor networks.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults on automated lines.
• Repair pneumatic pumps and spray heads; ensure proper fluid delivery.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on robots, booths, ovens, and conveyors.
• Conduct vibration analysis and thermal imaging on motors/fans.
• Document maintenance activities in site software.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical/Mechanical

Safety compliance

Education

HNC or equivalent technical certification

Apprenticeship or associate degree in mechatronics/Electrical/Mechanical engineering

Tools

Smart Maintenance software

Robotics systems

Job description

We're looking for a reliable and focused Maintenance Technician to join our team in Chichester.

The rate of pay is up to £24.28 per hour.

Overtime is available and is paid at:

• Monday to Friday x1.33
• Saturday x1.5
• Sunday x2

All subject to WTA terms and conditions.

This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday, up to 45 hours per week (production dependant). The hours of work are between 06:00 to 00:00, rotating weekly shift pattern (early and late shift).

Your Time at Work

The Paint Shop Maintenance Technician ensures maximum uptime of critical automated paint application equipment, conveyor systems and local facilities.

This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining automated robotic spray systems, chemical tanks, and high-temperature ovens. The core goal is to maximise production efficiency while strictly adhering to safety and environmental standards.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot multi-axis paint robots and automated conveyor transport networks
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults on automated paint lines and other equipment
• Repair pneumatic pumps, fluid delivery lines, electrostatic/pneumatic spray heads
• Execute scheduled maintenance inspections on robots, spray booths, ovens, air-handling units, conveyor systems, local facilities (workplaces) and lift tables
• Perform vibration analysis and thermal imaging on high-duty motors and fans
• Document all completed maintenance activities within the site Smart Maintenance software

Our perfect worker will

• HNC or equivalent technical certification in a relevant field
• Completed apprenticeship or associate degree in mechatronics, electrical, or mechanical engineering
• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing facility
• Previous experience in an automotive paint shop or chemical processing plant is desired, but not essential

Key Information and Benefits

• Earn up to £24.28 per hour
• Monday to Friday
• On site support from Staffline
• Canteen on site
• Uniform provided
• PPE provided

Job Ref: 1RRMC