Maintenance Technician

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

Job summary

A respected manufacturing company in Redditch is seeking a Junior Maintenance Technician to assist in maintenance tasks and support senior technicians. This entry-level role offers an apprenticeship for hands-on experience in a long-term career. Ideal candidates should have a basic understanding of mechanical systems, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn. Benefits include a pension scheme, pay increase after 12 weeks, and the potential for a permanent position after a successful trial period.

Benefits

Canteen

Paid weekly

Pension Scheme

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• Entry-level position ideal for those interested in mechanics and machinery.
• Physical strength to handle tools and carry out repairs is necessary.
• Willingness to learn and work through an apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine maintenance tasks including repairs and inspections.
• Support senior technicians with diagnosing mechanical issues.
• Document maintenance activities and maintain equipment conditions.
• Maintain tools and ensure workshop areas are organized.

Skills

Basic understanding of mechanical systems

Knowledge of general maintenance

Working knowledge of tools

Problem solving skills

Manual Dexterity

Good IT skills

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

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.

Duties will include:

• 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 - #removed#
• Friday - #removed#
• £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