Maintenance Technician

Actalent; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of engines in Peterborough is seeking a Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician. This role requires strong mechanical support skills for maintaining complex systems and collaboration with various teams to drive improvements. Candidates should have completed a relevant engineering apprenticeship and have experience in diagnostics and repairs. The position is full-time and offers a chance to work in a high-standard environment with a focus on safety.

Qualifications

• Completed a full indentured engineering apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Proven experience in fault finding and diagnostics.
• Experience with hydraulic and fuel systems repair.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert mechanical support to manage equipment breakdowns.
• Collaborate with teams to lead improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of safety and operational excellence.

Skills

Fault finding

Diagnostics

Mechanical systems repair

Hydraulic systems experience

Pneumatics knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Actalent Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

Overview

A leading provider of diesel and gas engines is offering an exciting opportunity in their automotive division for a talented Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert mechanical support to ensure consistent, high-quality data output; manage equipment breakdowns; install and upgrade facility systems; and maintain complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and cross-functional teams; lead improvement initiatives; and support the development of apprentices.
• Apply a strong foundation in engineering and diagnostics to help keep the facility at the forefront of engine development and validation, while maintaining high standards of safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Completion of a full indentured engineering apprenticeship and/or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs across mechanical systems.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic or fuel systems.
• Subject matter knowledge in mechanical maintenance, pneumatics/hydraulics, or pipe fitting.
• Familiarity with laser alignment of rotating equipment.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

• Engineering Services and Repair and Maintenance