Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

Gruppo SKF; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader in King's Lynn is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain and improve manufacturing machinery. The ideal candidate should possess an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, have hands-on experience in a Machine Tool environment, and strong diagnostic skills. This role involves responding to equipment breakdowns, conducting preventative maintenance, and working collaboratively with production teams. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits such as a company pension and additional holiday days.

Benefits

Additional shift premiums

Company pension with 10% employer contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holiday (increases to 28 with length of service)

Qualifications

• Experience in Machine Tool environment.
• Experience with CMMS 18th Edition Regs.
• FLT / MEWP trained (advantageous).
• Understanding of 5S and TPM practices (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on equipment and machinery.
• Respond to breakdowns quickly and effectively to reduce production downtime.
• Diagnose electrical faults and implement safe, long lasting solutions.
• Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new equipment.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and company procedures.
• Work collaboratively with other engineers, production staff, and external contractors.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong fault finding and diagnostic skills

Knowledge of PLCs, motors, drives, and control systems

Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively

A proactive mindset with a commitment to safety and quality

Education

NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

Requisition ID: 23737

Job Category: Manufacturing

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Kings Lynn, Norfolk, GB

We’re a fast growing manufacturing business committed to innovation, reliability, and continuous improvement. Our production environment is powered by Conventional and CNC machinery— and we’re looking for an Electrical Maintenance Technician who can keep everything running efficiently.

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Your main responsibility will be, but not limited to, maintaining, repairing, and improving machinery across our manufacturing site. This is a hands on role where you’ll work closely with production teams to minimise downtime and ensure our equipment operates at peak performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on equipment and machinery
• Respond to breakdowns quickly and effectively to reduce production downtime
• Diagnose electrical faults and implement safe, long lasting solutions
• Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new equipment
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and company procedures
• Work collaboratively with other engineers, production staff, and external contractors
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering
• Experience in Machine Tool environment
• Strong fault finding and diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of PLCs, motors, drives, and control systems
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to safety and quality
• Experience with CMMS18th Edition Regs
• FLT / MEWP trained (advantageous)
• Understanding of 5S and TPM practices (advantageous)

What We Offer

• Salary Range: Up to £45,376.20 dependant on qualifications and experience
• Additional shift premiums
• 37.5 hour week (paid breaks)
• Company pension 10% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holiday (increases to 28 with length of service)

If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please submit a CV and covering letter by applying online or email to [e-mail]

Location of the position: SKF Cooper, Wisbech Road, Kings Lynn PE30 5JX

Closing Date January 9th 2026

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.