Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Engineer- J69062

Expleo UK LTD; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Expleo UK LTD in Solihull is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced automotive production environment. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and support equipment reliability to minimise downtime across production lines.

The role requires strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding, experience with PLC controlled equipment, robotics, hydraulics and safety procedures such as LOTO. SAP knowledge is advantageous.

Qualifications

• NVQ L3 in a engineering discipline or an engineering apprenticeship.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding abilities with PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, welding systems, conveyors, pneumatics and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance across production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic systems.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and restore production operations safely.
• Perform fault finding and root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Support continuous improvement to boost equipment reliability, OEE and production efficiency.
• Collaborate with production teams, engineers and contractors on improvements and installations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures including LOTO and risk assessments.
• Maintain maintenance records, fault logs and asset histories using SAP and other systems.
• Provide clear shift handovers and maintenance reports.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

PLC controls

Robotics

Welding systems

Conveyors

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Reading schematics

LOTO & risk assessments

SAP

Education

NVQ L3 in engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Engineer

Location: Solihull, Lode Lane, JLSH, B92 8NW

Rate: £33.34 per hour Umbrella

Contract Duration: Until 31/12/2026

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Engineer to support a leading automotive manufacturing environment based in Solihull. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional with strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding experience to work within a fast-paced production facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently, supporting vehicle manufacturing operations and minimising downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance activities across production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic systems.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and restore production operations safely.
• Perform fault finding and root cause analysis to identify and eliminate recurring issues.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability, OEE, and production efficiency.
• Work closely with production teams, engineers, and contractors on equipment improvements and installations.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety procedures, including LOTO and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, fault logs, and asset histories using SAP and other maintenance systems.
• Provide clear shift handovers and maintenance reports.

Skills Required

• Technical Skills: Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding abilities are essential, along with knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, welding systems, conveyors, pneumatics, and hydraulics. The ability to interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals is also critical.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Technicians must be able to diagnose equipment faults quickly, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions to prevent repeat failures. A structured approach to troubleshooting and continuous improvement is key to maintaining equipment reliability.
• Safety Awareness: A thorough understanding of health and safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), risk assessments, and safe working practices, is essential to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with company standards.
• Communication and Teamwork: Effective communication is required when working with production operators, engineers, contractors, and fellow maintenance technicians. Clear shift handovers, maintenance reporting, and collaboration are vital to maintaining production performance.
• Planning and Organisation: The ability to prioritise tasks, manage workloads, and complete preventive maintenance activities on time helps minimise downtime and ensures maintenance targets are achieved.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Successful technicians actively seek opportunities to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, increase reliability, and support operational excellence initiatives such as TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and OEE improvement programs.
• Computer and System Skills: Competence in using maintenance management systems such as SAPEducation

NVQ L3 in a engineering discipline / engineering apprenticeship