Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician

Orion Electrotech; North East; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing organisation seeks an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair equipment. This role involves working shifts, including weekends, to ensure smooth operations. Ideal candidates will have HNC qualifications and hands-on experience in troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical and electrical systems. The position offers a salary ranging from £37,501 to £47,500 based on experience, with additional shift allowances.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting, installing, testing, and maintaining mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong problem-solving ability with critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication skills to work with colleagues, suppliers, and partners.

Responsibilities

• Proactively maintain and repair a wide range of equipment.
• Maximise machinery uptime through process capability and reliability.
• Operate and optimise development test cells.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns.
• Contribute to continuous improvement.
• Uphold high standards of safety.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Independent working

Education

HNC or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline

Electrical NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 Electrotechnical

City & Guilds 2382-15 (18th Edition)

Job description

Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician
Location: Darlington, County Durham, UK
Contract: Permanent

Salary: Salary:£37,501 to£47,500 (depending on experience)

Basic from £31,501 to £38,500 (depending on experience)

Shift allowance:

During training: approx. £6,000.00 per annum

Weekend shifts: approx. £9,000.00 per annum

We are a specialist recruitment agency seeking applications on behalf of our client, a leading global manufacturing organisation. They are looking for a talented, electrically qualifiedMulti Skilled Maintenance Technician to join their advanced product development team.

Shift Pattern

• Training Shifts (first 6 months) rotating weekly, 37.5 hours:
  • Monday Friday: 6.00am 2.00pm
  • Monday Friday: 2.00pm 10.00pm

• Ongoing Rotating Weekend Shifts (4-week cycle):
  • Fri/Sat/Sun Days: 7.00am 7.00pm
  • Fri/Sat/Sun Nights: 7.00pm 7.00am
  • Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon Days: 7.00am 7.00pm
  • Fri/Sat/Sun Nights: 7.00pm 7.00am

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively maintain and repair a wide range of equipment, ensuring smooth operations across the facility.
• Maximise machinery uptime through process capability and reliability.
• Operate and optimise development test cells, supporting new innovations.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns, minimising downtime and maintaining production schedules.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by preventing issues before they occur.
• Uphold high standards of safety and quality across all equipment and systems.

Skills & Experience

• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting, installing, testing, and maintaining mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong problem-solving ability with critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication skills to work with colleagues, suppliers, and partners.
• Independent working style, able to manage workload and work safely with electrical/energy systems.

Qualifications (Essential)

• HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Electrical NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 Electrotechnical or equivalent
• City & Guilds 2382-15 (18th Edition)or equivalent electrical qualification

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or background.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV today.

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