Maintenance Technician - 3-Shift, Uptime Focus Sunderland

Pin Point Recruitment; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,270 - 49,219; Full time

Job summary

Pin Point Recruitment is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Sunderland, offering a salary of £44,745.41 per annum. The role involves carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults, and supporting production uptime. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or Maintenance and strong experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance. Overtime is available with competitive pay rates. The position operates on a rotating 3-shift system.

Qualifications

• Must possess NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering / Maintenance.
• Strong experience in mechanical & electrical maintenance is required.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned & reactive maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical & electrical faults.
• Maintain critical safety systems; respond to urgent breakdowns.

Skills

Strong mechanical & electrical maintenance experience

Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities

Confident decision-making and a proactive attitude

Good communication and teamwork skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering / Maintenance

Tools

Siemens S7 PLC experience

ABB Robotics experience

IOSH certification

Job description

Pin Point Recruitment is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Sunderland, offering a salary of £44,745.41 per annum. The role involves carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults, and supporting production uptime. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or Maintenance and strong experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance. Overtime is available with competitive pay rates. The position operates on a rotating 3-shift system.