Maintenance Technician

CS Technical Staffing Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CS Technical Staffing Ltd in Solihull is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure production equipment operates safely and reliably. You will lead planned maintenance and diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic systems to minimise downtime.

The role emphasises root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and close collaboration with engineers and operators to drive TPM and Lean initiatives. A 6-month contract with standard 40-hour weeks.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding abilities; PLC/robotics knowledge.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and fault diagnosis in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance to ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Diagnose faults and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic systems.
• Perform fault finding and root cause analysis to prevent recurring issues.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance.
• Follow health and safety procedures including LOTO and risk assessments.
• Maintain documentation in maintenance systems such as SAP and ensure accurate logs.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

PLC/Robotics

Interpret drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in engineering/apprenticeship

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job title

Maintenance Technician

Location

Solihull UK

Rate

£33.36ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £24.88ph on a PAYE basis

Employment Type

Contract (6 month contract)

Hours

Standard 40 Hours Per Week

Reference

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Job Description

Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring that all production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently to support vehicle manufacturing. This includes carrying out planned maintenance activities, inspecting machinery, and identifying potential issues before they lead to equipment failures or production downtime.

The technician responds to equipment breakdowns by diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic systems. They work quickly to restore production while maintaining safety and quality standards.

A key part of the role involves fault finding and root cause analysis. Maintenance technicians use technical drawings, diagnostic tools, and control system information to identify the underlying causes of recurring issues and implement permanent corrective actions to improve reliability.

Maintenance Technicians also support continuous improvement activities by identifying opportunities to reduce downtime, improve equipment performance, and increase overall production efficiency. They work closely with production teams, engineers, and contractors to implement improvements and support new equipment installations.

Safety is a critical responsibility within the role. Technicians must follow all health and safety procedures, including lockout/tagout processes, risk assessments, and safe systems of work, ensuring equipment remains compliant with company and legal standards.

Accurate documentation is essential, with technicians required to record maintenance activities, update fault logs, complete shift handovers, and maintain asset histories within maintenance management systems such as SAP. Effective communication and teamwork are vital to ensuring production targets and operational objectives are achieved.

Skills / Experience

Technical Skills

Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding abilities are essential, along with knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, welding systems, conveyors, pneumatics, and hydraulics. The ability to interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals is also critical.

Problem-Solving Skills

Technicians must be able to diagnose equipment faults quickly, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions to prevent repeat failures. A structured approach to troubleshooting and continuous improvement is key to maintaining equipment reliability.

Safety Awareness

A thorough understanding of health and safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), risk assessments, and safe working practices, is essential to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with company standards.

Communication and Teamwork

Effective communication is required when working with production operators, engineers, contractors, and fellow maintenance technicians. Clear shift handovers, maintenance reporting, and collaboration are vital to maintaining production performance.

Planning and Organisation

The ability to prioritise tasks, manage workloads, and complete preventive maintenance activities on time helps minimise downtime and ensures maintenance targets are achieved.

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Successful technicians actively seek opportunities to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, increase reliability, and support operational excellence initiatives such as TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and OEE improvement programs.

Computer and System Skills

Competence in using maintenance management systems such as SAP

NVQ L3 in a engineering discipline / engineering apprentice