Mechanical Biased Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the North East of England is searching for a Mechanical Biased Shift Maintenance Technician. This role offers a salary of £55,000 per annum and involves maintaining high standards of performance in a fast-paced automated production environment. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, diagnosing faults, and mentoring junior staff. A completed apprenticeship and hands-on experience with pneumatic machinery are essential. This position follows a continental shift pattern with alternating day and night shifts.

Benefits

Weekends off every other weekend

Qualifications

• Time-served technician with strong mechanical bias and experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with pneumatic machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives with the engineering team.

Skills

Mechanical bias

Fault finding

Preventative maintenance

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Completed apprenticeship in relevant discipline

Tools

CMMS

Pneumatic machinery

Job description

Overview

£55,000 per annum including shift allowance. Zenith People is proud to be partnering with a leading manufacturer in their search for a Mechanical Biased Shift Maintenance Technician. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team in a fully automated production environment, where your expertise will be vital in maintaining high standards of performance and reliability. This role follows a continental shift pattern, alternating between day and night shifts: Cycle: 4-week rotation averaging 42 hours per week. Enjoy every other weekend off!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance to reduce downtime
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults
• Support continuous improvement initiatives with the engineering team
• Accurately document all maintenance activities using CMMS
• Ensure strict adherence to health & safety protocols
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Mentor and support apprentices and junior technicians
• Troubleshoot electrical issues affecting production efficiency
• Collaborate with the projects team to enhance control systems

Required Skills & Experience

• Time-served technician with a strong mechanical bias and proven experience in high-volume manufacturing
• A completed apprenticeship in a relevant discipline
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Expertise in fault finding, preventative and reactive maintenance
• Hands-on experience with pneumatic machinery
• Background in fast-paced, automated production environments