Maintenance Technician

The Best Connection Group Limited; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of industrial paints in Redditch is seeking a Junior Maintenance Technician. This entry-level role offers the chance to train through a full apprenticeship, providing hands-on experience in maintenance tasks and mechanical systems. Ideal for candidates who enjoy working with engines or machinery. Responsibilities include assisting in repairs, supporting senior technicians, and maintaining tools. Competitive pay at £12.50 per hour with benefits including potential permanent position and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Canteen

Potential pay increase after 12 weeks

Pension Scheme

Weekly pay

Online payslips

Optional personal accident insurance

Qualifications

• Entry-level position ideal for someone with a passion for machinery or mechanical projects.
• Excellent opportunity to undergo a full apprenticeship and gain hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine maintenance tasks and basic repairs.
• Support senior technicians in diagnosing mechanical issues.
• Maintain tools and workshop areas in an organized manner.

Skills

Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, or building systems

Knowledge of general maintenance

Problem solving skills

Manual Dexterity

Good IT skills

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Junior Maintenance Technician to join a leading manufacturer of industrial paints based in Redditch.

This entry-level role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with engines, machinery, or mechanical projects in their spare time. It's a fantastic opportunity to train through a full apprenticeship, gain hands‑on experience, and build a long‑term career with a well‑established and respected company.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine maintenance tasks including basic repairs, inspections, and equipment checks.
• Support senior technicians with diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical or structural issues.
• Respond to maintenance requests and help maintain equipment in safe operating conditions.
• Document maintenance activities, equipment issues, and parts used.
• Maintain tools, workshop areas, and storage spaces in an organised manner.
• Learn to use and care for various hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.

Core Competencies

• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, or building systems.
• Knowledge of general maintenance
• Working knowledge of tools
• Problem solving skills
• Manual Dexterity and physical strength to handle tools, carry out repairs and installations.
• Good IT skills and able to use maintenance related software such as CMMS.

Shifts and Pay Rates

• Monday to Thursday - 0800-1630
• Friday - 0800-1300
• £12.50 per hour

Benefits

• Canteen
• Increase pay after 12 weeks worked.
• Potential permanent position after successful trial period
• Pension Scheme and Weekly pay, Online payslips
• Optional personal accident insurance