Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

Randstad RIS; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Onsite gym

Monthly bonus

PPE supplied

Job summary

Randstad RIS is seeking a Maintenance Technician for an ongoing temporary contract in Peterlee. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance on automated metal cutting equipment, robotic welders, and related systems.

The role requires electrical and mechanical skills with an accredited apprenticeship and a hands-on approach. You will work 36.5 hours per week on a 4 crew, 3 shifts pattern, with overtime opportunities and a monthly bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial manufacturing setting.
• Completed an accredited apprenticeship and be multi-skilled in electrical and mechanical functions (electrical preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on automated metal cutting, paint, welding, and handling systems.
• Diagnose PLC faults and implement changes to improve reliability.
• Review breakdown data in SAP PM/Agility and log corrective actions taken.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety policies and permit system compliance.
• Operate and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, and crane equipment as required.
• Support root-cause analysis and implement countermeasures.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Multiskilled

PLC troubleshooting

Education

Accredited apprenticeship

Tools

SAP PM

Agility

Job description

Job title: Maintenance Technician

Job type: Temporary - Ongoing

Location: Peterlee, SR8 2HX

Pay Rate: £20.33 per hour

Up to £46,514 Dependant on Experience (paid overtime available)

Working Hours:

• 36.5 hours per week

Shifts:

• 4 Crew, 3 Shifts per week (days/nights rotation, Mon - Sat)

Key Tasks and Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Completing planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown maintenance on:
• Automated Metal Cutting Equipment including Laser and Plasma
• Automated Paint Plant
• Robotic Welding Systems
• Welding equipment
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
• Electronic Torque equipment
• Automated Moving Lines/AGVs
• Hydraulic Presses
• Overhead and Semi Goliath Cranes
• Completing Dynamic Risk Assessments along with adhering to the company's Health and Safety policy
• Utilising the Computerised Maintenance Management System (SAP PM, Agility etc) to review previous breakdown data and record actions taken on breakdown recoveries
• Diagnosing PLC concerns and implementing program changes
• Complete training and further learning as required
• Breakdown root cause identification and countermeasure implementation

Requirements:

• Experience relevant to an industrial manufacturing environment
• Completed an accredited apprenticeship and be multi-skilled in electrical and mechanical functions (electrical preferred)

Benefits:

• On-going assignment with the potential for permanent employment should the opportunity arise.
• 16 Rest Days during 4-week shift cycle (57%)
• 182.5 Annual holiday hours plus bank holidays (Pro-rata)
• Additional holiday hours awarded every 2-years (max x40 hours)
• Monthly bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite Gym

This is an ongoing, long term temporary contract role.

Please be aware that PPE is mandatory on the factory floor. This will include ear defenders, overalls and safety boots and will be supplied to you.

Previous applicants are welcome to reapply

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.