Maintenance Technician

Croda; Widnes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine maintenance and support troubleshooting within a multi-skilled team. Candidates should demonstrate mechanical qualifications and experience, alongside a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. The role includes competitive salary and benefits, supporting both personal and professional development.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension scheme

25 days paid holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

Access to share plans

Cycle to work scheme

Car leasing scheme

Generous parental leave

Retail platform benefits

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team to solve problems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience performing hands-on maintenance.
• Understanding of chemical or pharmaceutical processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical or electrical problems.
• Support operational safety and efficiency.
• Interact with specialized external contractors.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

IT Skills

Electronic maintenance systems (SAP PM)

Safety standards compliance

Mechanical qualification

Fault-finding skills

Education

Recognised mechanical qualification at Level 3

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Vacancy Number : req5372

Location : Ditton

Location Address :

Foundry Lane, Ditton

Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 8UB

United Kingdom

Closing Date : 01 / 12 / 2025

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.

We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Maintenance Technician based at our Ditton site. The role involves working as part of a small multi skilled team to perform routine maintenance procedures and help troubleshoot and quickly repair any mechanical or electrical problems with the manufacturing processes and supporting equipment and systems.

Who We’re Looking For

• Have the ability to work as part of a team to solve problems, contributing your knowledge and valuing the knowledge of others
• Good written and verbal communicator, able to demonstrate an eye for detail
• Competence in basic IT skills such as email, web applications, or other IT systems
• Confidence working with electronic maintenance management systems (eg SAP PM)
• Commitment to ongoing training and development
• Commitment to maintaining high safety, health, environmental and quality standards
• Commitment to acting with personal, professional, and behavioural integrity
• Able to demonstrate initiative and a willingness to ask questions
• A recognised mechanical qualification at Level 3 or above, with experience working within a relevant industry sector
• Experience performing hands‑on maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, including pumps, valves, and gearboxes
• Competent in the use of hand tools, diagnostic instruments, and testing equipment
• Understanding of permit‑to‑work systems, equipment isolation, and lockout / tagout procedures
• Ability to accurately complete maintenance records, job sheets, and compliance documentation
• Basic understanding of chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing processes including regulatory requirements
• Expert fault‑finding skills
• Understand Root Cause Analysis or other tools to improve maintenance reliability (desirable but not essential)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Day‑to‑day tasks can vary greatly based priorities and requires working closely with the maintenance, operations, quality, and engineering teams.
• Model and promote a positive culture in line with Croda values
• Support our continued success and progress towards business and sustainability goals
• The role will also involve interaction with specialised external contractors with the overall aim to allow production to operate safely and efficiently.
• The role is days based Monday to Friday with an on call rota out of hours

What We Offer

Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including :

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Access to share plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car leasing scheme
• Generous parental leave
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites

Additional Information

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email .

Equal Opportunity Statement

Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.