Maintenance Technician

The Symphony Group Plc; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Symphony Group Plc in Rotherham is seeking a hands-on Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our on-site team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will maintain production equipment, ensure safe operation, and support continuous improvement across plant systems.

You should have strong experience in machine repair, be proficient with CMMS, and be prepared to work a 4-shift rota. The role requires NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and a track record in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ industrial experience in maintenance or engineering.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Able to work a 4 shift rota.
• Computer literate with proven CMMS experience.
• Willing to work overtime to support production demands.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production plant and equipment.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime.
• Communicate effectively with on-site contractors and remote service engineers.
• Diagnose and resolve machine breakdowns promptly.

Skills

Maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 3

Tools

CMMS

Job description

We’re seeking a skilled and proactive Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team at our Rotherham site.You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary.

As one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom fitted furniture, Symphony has had unsuppressed growth, with almost 50 years’ experience. Our emphasis is on providing a high standard for all our products and the services we offer. We are currently seeking the very best people, to further strengthen our position within the industry by appointing dedicated individuals to share in our success.

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician role:

As part of our maintenance team, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our production equipment runs efficiently, safely, and reliably. You’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance support across a variety of plant systems and machinery, contributing directly to our operational success.

If you have a strong background in machine repair, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and problem solving, this is an excellent opportunity to take your career further in a dynamic, team-driven environment.

The key responsibilities of our Mechanical Maintenance Technician:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production plant and equipment
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime
• Be able to work well and communicate with on site contractors and remote service engineers
• Diagnose and resolve machine breakdowns swiftly and effectively
• Fault find on mechanical systems i.e. gearboxes etc.
• Have a good understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits
• Maintain accurate records and reports within the CMMS system
• Manage and monitor stock levels of critical parts and equipment
• Mentoring of apprentices

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives on technical challenges and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly.

In order to succeed in this Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you must have:

• To be successful in this role, you will:
• Be a qualified and experienced Maintenance Engineer, holding a minimum of 4 years’ industrial experience and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Have prior experience working within a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Be able to work a 4 shift rota.
• The department operates the following shifts:-

Week 1 6am - 4pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Week 2 6am - 2pm Monday to Friday
Week 3 10pm - 6am Monday to Friday
Week 4 2pm - 10pm Monday to Friday

• Be computer literate, with proven experience using CMMS systems.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and use your own initiative to solve problems effectively.
• Be flexible and willing to work overtime to support production demands and cover holidays or sickness within the department.

This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary. In order for you application to be taken further please state your required salary.