Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Extension Recruitment; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join a thriving engineering team in Gateshead. The role involves maintaining plant and equipment, conducting both reactive and proactive maintenance, and supporting installation of new equipment. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience in mechanical maintenance. Attractive salary of £44,116 per annum offered, along with a permanent full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical engineering and maintenance.
• Preparedness to work at height.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant and equipment, both reactively and proactively.
• Assist in safety improvements.
• Systematically establish the cause of equipment failure and identify root causes.
• Communicate relevant information with colleagues and ensure efficient handovers.
• Record activities and refer to necessary documentation when required.

Skills

Mechanical fault finding

Installation of heavy engineering equipment

Safety improvements

Education

ONC/OND/HND/HNC/NVQIII or equivalent in Maintenance/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £44,116 per annum, including shift allowance
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Shift Type: Continental Shifts

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join a thriving engineering and maintenance team in Gateshead.

About the Company

Our client is a major player in the steel industry, supplying high-quality products to a range of sectors. Offering stability, growth and the chance to be part of a high-performing business.

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician Role

The Maintenance Technician will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of plant and equipment. This position involves both reactive and proactive maintenance tasks, contributing to the installation and commissioning of new equipment, and supporting the development of other engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain plant and equipment, both reactively and proactively
• Assist in safety improvements
• Systematically establish the cause of equipment failure and identify root causes
• Communicate relevant information with colleagues and ensure efficient handovers
• Record activities and refer to necessary documentation when required

About You – Mechanical Maintenance Technician

As a Maintenance Technician, you will bring a strong background in mechanical engineering and maintenance.

Additional Requirements

• Minimum standard of ONC/OND/HND/HNC/NVQIII or equivalent in Maintenance/Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in mechanical fault finding, installation, and maintenance of a range of heavy engineering equipment
• Preparedness to work at height

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