Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Nexus Life Sciences; Bradford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Life Sciences in West Yorkshire is seeking a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing site. You will maintain critical utilities and equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and support GMP, COMAH, and ATEX compliance to ensure production continuity.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering and CompEx EX11, with experience in SAP CMMS, safe permit-to-work practices, and the ability to work across engineering, operations

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical engineering.
• CompEx EX11 - ATEX qualification.
• Training in safe mechanical jointing and confined space entry.
• IPAF MEWP operation and FLT license, COMAH experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and manage work orders in SAP CMMS.
• Respond to breakdowns and troubleshoot mechanical faults.
• Maintain and update engineering drawings, SOPs and records.
• Operate and test site utilities including boilers and water systems.
• Contribute to equipment qualification and GMP/compliance documentation.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Drawing interpretation

SAP CMMS usage

Attention to detail

Auditing & compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Audit support

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

CompEx EX11 - Mechanical ATEX Qualification

Confined Space Entry and Standby Person

IPAF - MEWP operation and FLT license

COMAH environment experience

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our team at a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in West Yorkshire. This role is integral to ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of critical equipment and utilities in a highly regulated environment. As part of our maintenance team, you will play a key role in supporting production continuity, site safety, and the delivery of life-saving medicines.

Responsibilities

• Performing planned preventative maintenance and managing work orders using SAP CMMS.
• Responding to breakdowns and troubleshooting mechanical faults efficiently.
• Maintaining and updating engineering drawings, SOPs, manuals, and equipment records.
• Working safely under permit-to-work systems, including hot work, confined space, critical lifts, and excavation.
• Operating, maintaining, and testing site utilities such as steam boilers, purified water systems, cooling towers, fire pumps, and deluge equipment.
• Supporting cleanroom performance checks, calibrations, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Participating in equipment qualification and contributing to small-scale engineering projects.
• Ensuring all maintenance activities comply with GMP standards and are fully documented.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• CompEx EX11 - Mechanical ATEX Qualification.
• Training in safe mechanical jointing (Making and Breaking Joints).
• Confined Space Entry and Standby Person certification.
• IPAF - MEWP operation and FLT license.
• Experience working in a COMAH environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in interpreting and updating engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with SAP CMMS or similar maintenance management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across engineering, operations, and quality teams.
• Confidence in supporting audits and inspections.

Day-to-Day

• Conducting routine maintenance and addressing mechanical issues to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance with GMP, COMAH, and ATEX standards.
• Participating in an on‑call rota to provide out‑of‑hours breakdown support, with availability required one week in every six.
• Adhering to site safety protocols and using appropriate PPE at all times.

Benefits

• The opportunity to work in a highly regulated pharmaceutical facility where safety and quality are paramount.
• Hands‑on experience with critical utilities and equipment in a COMAH and ATEX environment.
• The chance to contribute directly to the production of life‑saving medicines.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional training and development to advance your career.