Maintenance Technician

Extension Recruitment; Washington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading OEM manufacturer in Washington is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician for a permanent, full-time position. The role involves ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing equipment, executing both planned and reactive maintenance tasks. Suitable candidates should have experience in a production environment, with strong electrical and hydraulic fault-finding skills. The position offers an inclusive work culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of all key assets and manufacturing equipment.
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Generate and communicate all maintenance/service plans.
• Lead maintenance tasks and manage documentation.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding skills

Hydraulic fault-finding skills

Data analysis using Excel

Knowledge of Mechanical maintenance

Knowledge of Electrical maintenance

Education

BTEC Higher National Diploma in engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

Location: Washington, Tyne and Wear

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

Contact: [e-mail]

Our client, a leading OEM manufacturer, is looking for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician to join their team on a day shift role, based in Washington. This role is ideal for an experienced Maintenance Technician seeking to advance into a position with site responsibilities, supported by the Engineering Manager.

Culture and Company

Our client is a well-established business, offering a fantastic working environment with an inclusive and supportive culture.

The Role of the Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician

The Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of all key assets and manufacturing equipment. This position involves both planned and reactive maintenance tasks, contributing to the overall safety and efficiency of the site.

Other responsibilities include:

• All site maintenance including both pre-planned and reactive.
• Generate and communicate all maintenance/service plans alongside the Engineering Manager.
• Lead maintenance tasks and manage maintenance documentation.
• Project improvements in equipment, speed, cost reduction and quality.

About You – Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician

As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician, you will have a background in maintenance within a production or manufacturing environment, with a particular focus on electrical and hydraulic systems.

Other requirements include:

• Good understanding of Health & Safety.
• Electrical and Hydraulic fault-finding skills
• Knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical maintenance
• BTEC Higher National Diploma in engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Proficiency in data analysis using Excel.