Maintenance Technician / Engineer - Belfast

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee the Preventive Maintenance programme in Belfast. This role offers a competitive salary and a Monday-Friday work schedule, ensuring a work-life balance. You'll be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting a variety of mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety standards. With over 100 years of industry excellence, this company provides a supportive environment with a focus on employee wellbeing and continuous development. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Highly competitive pension plan

Increasing paid holiday days

Health cash plan

Employee wellbeing support

Charity matching scheme

Continuous employee development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience.
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Preventive Maintenance programme across all equipment.
• Diagnose faults in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

PLC experience

Health and Safety compliance

Fault-finding

Risk assessments

Education

Approved apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical

Tools

SCADA systems

Variable speed drives

Job description

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Maintenance Technician / Engineer - Belfast, Belfast

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Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

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Job Reference: 3b87e3d9e7cc

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Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description:

Maintenance Technician / Engineer - Belfast - Salary £46,000

Your Company

Our client proudly boasts more than 100 years of excellence and experience within their field. As a business, they continue to develop and grow positively.

Your New Role

As a Maintenance Technician, you will report to the Site Operations Manager. You will manage the Preventive Maintenance programme across all equipment, including material handling transfer conveyors and elevators.

Core duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the efficient operation and maintenance of all mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
• Diagnosing faults in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic equipment
• Ensuring all engineering work complies with Health and Safety legislation
• Repairing industrial Agri-feed conveying systems to company standards
• Supporting all phases of capital investment projects from design to commissioning
• Maintaining accurate and organized records of all work, both in written and electronic formats
• Liaising with and working alongside specialist contractors
• Performing any other duties necessary for the safe and efficient running of the site, as directed by the Site Operations Manager or designate

Qualifications and Experience

To qualify for this role, you should demonstrate:

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship with relevant Mechanical/Electrical qualifications
• At least five years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience in a mechanical and/or electrical role
• Experience in troubleshooting and rectification on various equipment, PLCs, safety circuits, control circuits, SCADA-controlled equipment, and variable speed drives
• An understanding of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Hands-on fault-finding experience with PLCs, safety circuits, SCADA, and motor controls
• Ability to read schematics and diagnose faults using electrical drawings
• Strong initiative and ability to resolve issues independently
• Knowledge of lockout/tagout (LOTO), isolation methods, and risk assessments
• Full, valid driving license
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• ATEX experience is desirable but not essential

What You'll Get in Return

This role offers a highly attractive Monday-Friday (39-hour week) pattern with a competitive salary of £46,000. If working on an early/late shift pattern, the salary remains £46,000. Benefits include:

• A highly competitive pension plan
• Increasing paid holiday days with service
• A health cash plan
• Employee wellbeing support
• Charity matching scheme
• Continuous employee development

What You Need to Do Now

If you're interested, click 'apply now' to submit your CV or call us for a confidential discussion. If this position isn't quite right, please contact us to discuss other opportunities.