Maintenance Technician

Nobia AB; North East; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen specialist is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician in Darlington to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 and experience in preventative maintenance. Responsibilities include responding to breakdowns, supporting engineering projects, and maintaining machinery. Nobia offers generous benefits, including discounts, flexible holidays, and career progression opportunities. This role is vital for driving operational excellence in a collaborative environment in North East England.

Benefits

Generous discounts

Flexible holidays

Health and wellbeing support

Lifestyle perks

Career progression

A vibrant workplace

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a similar role, particularly in preventative maintenance.
• The ability to respond swiftly to breakdowns and perform preventative maintenance.
• Experience in supporting engineering projects and maintaining machinery.

Responsibilities

• Swiftly responding to breakdowns and performing preventative maintenance.
• Identifying root causes of breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Upholding a safe working environment following health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Critical thinking

Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools

Education

Electrical NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Computerised maintenance management systems

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician at Nobia UK

Are you ready to play a vital role in keeping our operations running like clockwork? At Nobia UK, we’re on the lookout for an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our talented team in Darlington.

We’ll reward your dedication with a salary of £39,107 - £43,819, plus overtime.

What you’ll bring to the team

We’re looking for a proactive problem-solver with a passion for engineering excellence. To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• A recognised Electrical NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (essential).
• Solid experience in a similar role, particularly in preventative maintenance.
• A good understanding of machine maintenance, operation, and computerised maintenance management systems.
• Strong communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset.
• The ability to think critically, solve problems, and share innovative ideas.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools would be an advantage.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing excellence, ensuring our equipment is operating safely and efficiently. Reporting to the maintenance shift leader, your day‑to‑day will include:

• Swiftly responding to breakdowns and performing preventative maintenance.
• Leading the charge in identifying root causes of breakdowns to minimise downtime and boost productivity.
• Supporting engineering projects and maintaining assembly and process machinery.
• Ensuring our facilities, from heating to lighting, are in excellent condition.
• Upholding a safe working environment by following all health, safety, and environmental standards, including conducting risk assessments and supporting accident investigations.

Your shift pattern

Enjoy variety with our three‑week rotating schedule:

• Early shift: 6am-2pm, Late shift: 2pm-10pm, Night shift: 10pm-6am

Caring - Building strong relationships, fostering collaboration, and supporting the growth of others while continuously developing yourself.

Inspiring - Communicating with impact, leading with purpose, and helping to bring our strategy to life by engaging and enabling those around you.

Delivering - Making sound decisions, using data and insight to drive action, and staying focused on results with a mindset of continuous improvement.

We’re committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through your application or interview, please let us know—we’re happy to help.

Why join Nobia

At Nobia, we’re more than just a leading kitchen specialist, we’re a community that values creativity, teamwork, and personal growth. By joining us, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous discounts: Up to 80% off our stunning kitchen furniture and products.
• Flexible holidays: Buy up to five extra days with our holiday purchase scheme.
• Health and wellbeing support: Access our virtual GP service and employee assistance platform 24/7.
• Lifestyle perks: Cycle to work scheme and discounts with over 200 top brands through our benefits app.
• Career progression: We invest in your future with training and development programmes.
• A vibrant workplace: Be part of a team driven by innovation, collaboration, and shared success.

Your next chapter starts here

At Nobia Europe’s largest kitchen group, our success is built on the passion and creativity of our people. We’re on a journey of transformation, and we’re always open to fresh ideas. So even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.

Take the next step in your career and apply now.