Mechanical Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer in Manchester is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to ensure maintenance, repair, and safety activities are carried out to high standards. You will oversee contractors, manage processes, and drive operational improvements. Offering a salary range of £29,000 – £32,000 per annum alongside flexible working hours and a profit share scheme.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus 1 day on your birthday

Flexible hours/holiday scheme

Profit Share Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme

Health Shield Cash Plan

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in mechanical maintenance (plannned and reactive).

Responsibilities

• Carry out and coordinate planned and reactive maintenance.
• Supervise contractors and manage permit-to-work processes.
• Diagnose and resolve breakdowns quickly to minimize downtime.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance skills

Contractor supervision

Breakdown diagnosis

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Maintenance Technician – Manchester

£29,000 – £32,000 per annum, depending on experience

Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm

The Company

A leading international manufacturer operating within the speciality chemicals and FMCG sectors is looking to recruit a Maintenance Technician for its Manchester site. With over 40 years of expertise and a reputation for innovation, the business supports global markets with products and solutions that protect quality, ensure compliance, and improve operational performance.

The Role

This is a hands-on position reporting to the Engineering Manager. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for ensuring all site maintenance, repair and safety activities are completed to a high standard. The role involves overseeing contractors, managing the permit-to-work process, responding to breakdowns and driving improvements across engineering operations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and coordinate planned and reactive maintenance.
• Supervise contractors and manage permit-to-work processes.
• Oversee high-risk activities such as confined space entry, working at height and electrical work.
• Maintain accurate records for plant, machinery, calibration and spares.
• Diagnose and resolve breakdowns quickly to minimise downtime.
• Implement service schedules and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Contribute to site housekeeping and general facilities maintenance.
• Recommend and implement safety and efficiency improvements.

Experience Required

• 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/production environment
• Strong background in mechanical or production maintenance (planned and reactive).
• Experience supervising contractors and applying permit-to-work systems.

Qualifications

• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills.

Desirable Skills

• Facilities management experience.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering.
• Electrical maintenance knowledge.
• Confined space training.
• Welding skills.

What’s on Offer

• £29,000 – £32,000 per annum (DOE).
• 24 days holiday plus 1 day on your birthday, increasing with service.
• Flexible hours/holiday scheme
• Profit Share Bonus Scheme.
• Pension Scheme.
• Health Shield Cash Plan.
• Reduced hours in August.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Social events and paid volunteering leave.

How to Apply

If you are a skilled Maintenance Technician or Coordinator looking for a new challenge in a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you. Apply now with your CV or contact Hannah Madden at GPW Recruitment for more information.