Multiskilled Miantenance Technician

Theo James Recruitment; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Multiskilled Maintenance Technician in Peterlee. The role involves maintaining production equipment, diagnosing faults, and ensuring minimal operational disruption. Candidates should have maintenance apprenticeship experience and practical skills in hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical welding. This position offers an excellent salary of £46,514 per annum, exceptional benefits, and a rare shift pattern that promotes a work-life balance. This is a great opportunity to grow in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

16 Rest Days during 4-week shift cycle

182.5 Annual holiday hours plus bank holidays

Monthly bonus

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

Share Ownership Scheme

Flexible Benefits

Free onsite parking

Onsite Gym

Qualifications

• Time-served maintenance apprenticeship is essential.
• Strong background in both planned and reactive maintenance is required.
• Hands-on experience in a high-demand manufacturing setting is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve production equipment performance.
• Respond to breakdowns ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Diagnose faults and implement robust repairs.

Skills

Maintenance apprenticeship

Planned and reactive maintenance

High-demand manufacturing experience

Hydraulics and pneumatics knowledge

Siemens PLCs or similar systems

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Job Title: Multiskilled Maintenance Technician
Location: Peterlee
Salary: £46,514 per annum

Benefits

• 16 Rest Days during 4‑week shift cycle (57%)
• 182.5 Annual holiday hours plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday hours awarded every 2‑years (max x40 hours)
• Monthly bonus
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (Contribution doubled by Company up to 10%)
• Share Ownership Scheme (50% Company matched)
• Personalised Flexible Benefits (Medical/Dental Cover etc)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite Gym

Working Hours

Continental shifts – average of 36.5 hours per week, with a full 7‑day break every rotation. A great opportunity for work‑life balance.

Job Description

As a Multiskilled Maintenance Technician, you'll play a key role in maintaining and improving the performance of production equipment. You'll work hands‑on across planned maintenance schedules as well as respond to breakdowns, ensuring minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.

This is a high‑demand manufacturing environment where the Multiskilled Maintenance Technician will be responsible for diagnosing faults, identifying improvements, and implementing robust repairs. You'll be exposed to a variety of mechanical systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding operations, as well as automation systems like Siemens PLCs (although transferable skills are welcomed).

Skills & Experience

• Time‑served maintenance apprenticeship (essential)
• Strong background in both planned and reactive maintenance
• Hands‑on experience in a high‑demand manufacturing setting
• Understanding or exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, or mechanical welding
• Comfortable working with Siemens PLCs or similar systems
• Problem‑solving mindset with a proactive approach to maintenance

Why Should You Apply?

• Rare shift pattern offering a great work‑life balance
• Join a global leader with strong investment in people and technology
• Excellent salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge equipment in a fast‑paced setting
• Be part of a supportive team where your input as a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer is truly valued
• Long‑term job security with clear development paths
• A chance to thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same

Apply Today

If you're a qualified and driven Multiskilled Maintenance Technician looking for your next challenge, apply today and take the next step in your career.