Mechanical Maintenance Technician Job Details | JLR

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining high-quality production standards. This dynamic position at a leading manufacturing site offers opportunities to work with advanced automated systems and contribute to innovative projects. You'll be part of a skilled maintenance team, ensuring operational excellence and continuous development. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to craft an exceptional career, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical preventative maintenance checks on machinery.
• Collaborate with teams to manage maintenance operations.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

PLC Knowledge

Maintenance Operations

Education

Indentured or Advanced Modern Apprenticeship

Job description

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

POSTING START DATE: 1/5/2025

POSTING END DATE: 11/5/2025
LOCATION: Solihull

As a qualified skilled professional at JLR, you will contribute to creating era-defining vehicles that are renowned worldwide. Collaborating with expert technicians and leaders, you will help realize our vision of modern luxury. Your dedication to excellence will ensure smooth production lines and high-quality standards. Join us to craft an exceptional career.

This is a mechanically biased role offering the opportunity to join a highly skilled, dynamic maintenance team at our Solihull facility.

You will provide engineering maintenance support to all manufacturing assets and equipment, including automated systems such as robots, welding and joining equipment, laser systems, conveyors, tooling, and lifting equipment. Whether you are an electrical or multiskilled engineer, you will receive training and support to enhance 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 fastest-growing manufacturing sites.

WHAT TO EXPECT

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

• Carrying out mechanical preventative maintenance checks on machinery and equipment
• Fitting work on machinery and equipment
• Contributing to equipment and automation projects, including maintenance and improvements
• Collaborating with operational teams and support functions to manage maintenance operations
• Reading and interpreting mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Previous experience in maintenance operations within manufacturing
• Technical mechanical and electrical automotive engineering skills
• Knowledge of PLC, electrical control, and mechanical systems
• An relevant indentured or advanced modern apprenticeship

We foster an inclusive and welcoming culture. We understand candidates may need reasonable adjustments during recruitment; please discuss these with your recruiter. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and those unsure if they meet all criteria to apply, as we value growth and development within our roles.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.