Maintenance Technician

Yolk Recruitment; Newport; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Bupa private healthcare

Life assurance

Annual bonus scheme

Fully funded training and development

On-site fitness centre

Restaurant on site

Employee discounts

Free on-site parking

Strong social club network

Job summary

Yolk Recruitment is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a high‑tech facility in Newport, South Wales. The role covers planned maintenance, fault recovery and supporting process improvements within a leading engineering team on site.

You’ll need NVQ level 3, BTEC or HNC in Engineering (or equivalent), plus strong problem solving and the ability to interpret technical manuals. Salary up to £52,000 per annum, DOE and shift pattern.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3, BTEC or HNC in Engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and create clear maintenance reports.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage and prioritise workloads.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned maintenance and address equipment issues during shifts.
• Carry out first-line fault recovery and implement process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement and engineering projects focused on productivity and efficiency.
• Collaborate with equipment and process engineers to resolve technical issues.
• Follow documented procedures and operational standards for all maintenance activities.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Fault recovery

Problem solving

Workload prioritisation

Manual interpretation

Education

NVQ level 3, BTEC or HNC in Engineering

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Newport, South Wales

Up to £52,000 per annum (DOE & Shift)

Yolk Recruitment is supporting a global technology innovator known for manufacturing one of the world's most extensive ranges of electronic components used in automotive, aerospace, computing, and medical sectors.

Their high-tech facility in Newport is home to cutting-edge equipment and a dedicated engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a world leader that continues to shape the DNA of modern technology.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform planned maintenance and address equipment issues during shifts.
• Carry out first-line fault recovery and implement process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement and engineering projects focused on productivity and efficiency.
• Collaborate with equipment and process engineers to resolve technical issues.
• Follow documented procedures and operational standards for all maintenance activities.

What You’ll Bring:

• NVQ level 3, BTEC or HNC in Engineering, or an equivalent technical qualification.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and create clear, structured maintenance reports.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage and prioritise workloads effectively.

Why You Should Apply:

• Salary up to £52,000 per annum.
• Fully funded training and development opportunities.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Free Bupa private healthcare and life assurance.
• Competitive pension scheme with company contributions up to 7%.
• Employee assistance programme, on-site fitness centre, and restaurant.
• Generous employee discounts on retail, sports, and entertainment.
• Free on-site parking and a strong social club network.

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