Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Pertemps Recruitment Ltd; Winsford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician for a permanent role in Winsford, Cheshire. The successful candidate will be responsible for reacting to mechanical breakdowns, conducting routine maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Proven maintenance experience and strong understanding of mechanical systems are required for this position.

Qualifications

• Proven maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and components.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Reacting to mechanical breakdowns across a busy manufacturing site.
• Conducting routine planned preventative maintenance (PPMs).
• Replacing bearings, gland packing, belt and chain drives.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Understanding of mechanical systems

Troubleshooting under pressure

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Role: Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location: Winsford Cheshire (CW7)

Hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 15:45

Salary: £42,000 + Overtime & On-Call Payments

Contract: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Reacting to mechanical breakdowns across a busy manufacturing site
• Conducting routine planned preventative maintenance (PPMs)
• Replacing bearings, gland packing, belt and chain drives
• Assisting with equipment installation and upgrades
• Ensuring safe and compliant working practices at all times

Requirements

• Proven maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and components
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot under pressure
• A proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent team player

Pay & Benefits

• Standard hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 15:45
• Overtime rates: Weekday 1.5x; Weekend 1.75x
• Standby/on-call payments available for both weekday and occasional weekend cover
• Disturbance fees and minimum callout hours paid if called in