Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Jaguar & Land Rove; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join its dynamic team in Solihull. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the maintenance of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, including automated equipment and complex tooling. You'll work alongside skilled professionals, ensuring that production lines operate smoothly and meet high-quality standards. With a commitment to continuous development and an inclusive culture, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment. Join us and be part of a legacy of excellence in automotive manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance operations within manufacturing.
• Technical skills in mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical preventative maintenance checks.
• Perform fitting work on machinery and equipment.
• Engage with operational teams to support maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Electrical Skills

PLC Knowledge

Maintenance Operations Experience

Education

Relevant Modern Apprenticeship

Equivalent Qualification

Job description

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REQ ID: 128593
JOB TITLE: Mechanical Maintenance Technician
SALARY: £44,925 + Shift Allowance

POSTING START DATE: 1/5/2025

As a qualified skilled professional at JLR, you’ll contribute to creating era-defining vehicles that are recognized and loved worldwide. You’ll work alongside expert technicians and leaders in skilled roles, sharing insights to realize our vision of modern luxury. Your dedication to excellence will ensure our production lines operate smoothly and meet high-quality standards. Join us to craft an exceptional career.

This mechanical-biased role offers a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled, dynamic maintenance team based at our facility in Solihull.

Your role will involve providing engineering maintenance support to all manufacturing assets and equipment. Our manufacturing technologies include automated equipment such as robots, automated welding and joining systems, laser joining systems, automated conveyors, complex tooling, and fixturing and lifting equipment. Whether you’re an electrical engineer or a multiskilled engineer, you will receive all necessary training and support to build on your current qualifications and experience.

Through our purpose, vision, strategy, and transformation, you will demonstrate your maintenance skills, behaviors, and competencies, contributing to the JLR brand heritage. Continuous development makes Solihull one of the UK's most significant manufacturing growth stories in a generation.

WHAT TO EXPECT

As part of the Maintenance team, your responsibilities will include:

1. Carrying out mechanical preventative maintenance checks on a range of machinery and equipment
2. Performing fitting work on machinery and equipment
3. Contributing to equipment and automation projects (maintenance and improvements)
4. Engaging with operational teams across the site and supporting functions in maintenance operations
5. Reading and interpreting mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

To succeed, you'll need:

• Previous experience in maintenance operations within manufacturing
• Technical mechanical and electrical skills gained in automotive manufacturing
• Knowledge of PLC, electrical control, and mechanical systems
• Relevant modern apprenticeship or equivalent qualification

We foster an inclusive and welcoming culture. Candidates may require reasonable adjustments during recruitment; please discuss these with your recruiter. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and support growth and development within roles. We believe in people's potential to learn and excel.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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At JLR, our people are at the heart of our business. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that reflects our global customers and society. We want every employee to bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

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