Maintenance Technician

Kintec Global Recruitment; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing industrial company in the North East is looking for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician. This hands-on role involves maintaining and improving key production assets, ensuring efficiency and safety while working within a committed operational excellence framework.

Benefits

Structured shift pattern (6 on / 4 off – 8-hour shifts)

Support for development and training

Stable, growth-focused employer with strong team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical systems maintenance environment.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance inspections and carry out reactive repairs.
• Deliver corrective work efficiently to reduce production downtime.
• Drive improvements in equipment reliability.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Communication

Ability to work independently

CMMS software proficiency

Education

NVQ Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering

HNC, City & Guilds or other relevant electrical qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician

Location: Stockton-on-Tees, UK

Contract Type: Permanent

Overview:

An exciting opportunity has opened with a growing industrial company in the North East for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician. This is a hands-on role where you'll play a vital part in maintaining and improving key production assets. You’ll join a collaborative team focused on efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement, within a site committed to operational

excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled maintenance inspections and carry out reactive repairs
• Deliver corrective work efficiently to reduce production downtime
• Drive improvements in equipment reliability and overall plant performance
• Conduct dynamic risk assessments to ensure safe working practices
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and manage spare parts availability
• Provide technical guidance on faults and equipment breakdowns
• Support installation and refurbishment projects as needed
• Ensure CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System) is kept up to date
• Contribute to root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
• Report regularly on maintenance KPIs and planned activities

Candidate Profile:

• NVQ Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering (or equivalent)
• HNC, City & Guilds, or other relevant electrical qualifications
• Proficient in using CMMS software
• Solid understanding of electrical systems within a maintenance environment
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

What’s on Offer:

• Permanent, full-time position
• Structured shift pattern (6 on / 4 off – 8-hour shifts)
• Opportunity to join a stable, growth-focused employer with strong team culture
• Support for development and training