Mechanical Maintenance Technician

The Symphony Group Plc; Hanley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Symphony Group Plc is seeking a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician for our Barnsley site on a full-time, permanent basis. You will maintain and repair production equipment, perform planned maintenance and respond to breakdowns to keep operations running smoothly.

This hands-on role requires a proven 4-year industrial background, NVQ Level 3, and the ability to work a 4 shift rota, with CMMS literacy and a collaborative approach to support contractors and apprentices.

Qualifications

• 4 years of industrial maintenance experience required.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Able to work a 4-shift rota and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production plant and equipment.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime.
• Communicate with on-site contractors and remote service engineers.
• Diagnose and resolve machine breakdowns swiftly and effectively.
• Fault find on mechanical systems e.g. gearboxes and hydraulic/pneumatic circuits.
• Maintain records and reports within the CMMS system.
• Monitor stock levels of critical parts and equipment.
• Mentor apprentices.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Mechanical troubleshooting

Shift work readiness

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

We’re seeking a skilled and proactive Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our team at our Barnsley site You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary.

As one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom fitted furniture, Symphony has had unsuppressed growth, with almost 50 years’ experience. Our emphasis is on providing a high standard for all our products and the services we offer. We are currently seeking the very best people, to further strengthen our position within the industry by appointing dedicated individuals to share in our success.

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician role:

As part of our maintenance team, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our production equipment runs efficiently, safely, and reliably. You’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance support across a variety of plant systems and machinery, contributing directly to our operational success.

If you have a strong background in machine repair, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and problem solving, this is an excellent opportunity to take your career further in a dynamic, team-driven environment.

The key responsibilities of our Mechanical Maintenance Technician:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production plant and equipment
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime
• Be able to work well and communicate with on site contractors and remote service engineers
• Diagnose and resolve machine breakdowns swiftly and effectively
• Fault find on mechanical systems i.e. gearboxes etc.
• Have a good understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits
• Maintain accurate records and reports within the CMMS system
• Manage and monitor stock levels of critical parts and equipment
• Mentoring of apprentices

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives on technical challenges and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly.

In order to succeed in this Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you must have:

• Be a qualified and experienced Maintenance Engineer, holding a minimum of 4 years’ industrial experience and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Have prior experience working within a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Be able to work a 4 shift rota.

The department operates the following shifts:-

Shift 1 6am - 2pm Monday to Friday
Shift 2 2pm - 10pm Monday to Friday
Shift 3 10pm - 6am Monday to Friday
Shift 4 6am - 4pm Thursday to Sunday

• Be computer literate, with proven experience using CMMS systems.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and use your own initiative to solve problems effectively.
• Be flexible and willing to work overtime to support production demands and cover holidays or sickness within the department.

This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary.