Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

MCS Group; Ballymoney; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Coleraine is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician to join their engineering team. The role involves conducting maintenance on high-speed production equipment, diagnosing faults, and participating in safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a recognised engineering qualification and experience in electrical/mechanical maintenance. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Completed apprenticeship required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical and mechanical maintenance on production and packaging equipment.
• Diagnose faults and resolve breakdowns.
• Provide technical support on site services.
• Participate in planned maintenance and equipment installation.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Fault-finding and problem-solving

Knowledge of electrical standards

Flexibility in shift patterns

Education

Recognised Engineering qualification (ONC/OND or City & Guilds)

Job description

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician - Coleraine

Location: Coleraine
Salary: Strong with Great Benefits!
Contract: Permanent, rotating shift pattern (including nights and weekends)

MCS Group is delighted to be partnering with a leading food manufacturing business to recruit a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician for their modern production facility in Coleraine.

The Company

Our client is a well-established and progressive manufacturer with multiple sites across Ireland and the UK. Supplying a wide range of high-quality food products to major domestic and international customers, they are recognised for their focus on innovation, operational excellence, and long-term career development for their employees.

The Role

As part of a highly skilled engineering team, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving the performance of production and packaging lines. You'll carry out both planned and reactive maintenance activities to ensure the site runs efficiently and safely 365 days a year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct electrical and mechanical maintenance on high-speed production and packaging equipment.
• Diagnose faults, resolve breakdowns, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support on site services, including steam, compressed air, refrigeration, and effluent systems.
• Participate in planned maintenance and equipment installation projects.
• Ensure all engineering work meets safety, quality, and compliance standards.

The Person

We're keen to hear from Maintenance Technicians who can demonstrate:

• A recognised Engineering qualification (ONC/OND, City & Guilds, or equivalent) and a completed apprenticeship.
• Proven experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong knowledge of current electrical standards and regulations.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work a continental or rotating shift pattern.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to join a progressive, forward-thinking organisation.
• Ongoing training and professional development.

To apply, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Ben Picking, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 96 935495

MCS Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.