Precision Maintenance Technician – Advanced Manufacturing

Novanta Inc.

Taunton

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay
Overtime
Additional allowances

Job summary

Novanta Taunton is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support state-of-the-art manufacturing operations, maintaining CNC machines, EDM tools and coating systems to ensure high uptime and product quality.

The role requires hands-on, safety-conscious individuals who can work independently, manage multiple tasks and collaborate with engineers and contractors to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2/3 in engineering, electrical, or maintenance.
  • Experience maintaining manufacturing or production equipment.
  • Strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple maintenance tasks.
  • Awareness of health & safety practices and procedures.
  • A proactive, hands-on attitude with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out preventive and reactive maintenance on CNC machines, EDM tools and coating systems.
  • Diagnose faults and implement effective repairs to minimise downtime.
  • Support TPM initiatives to improve equipment performance.
  • Work from technical drawings, manuals and instructions to ensure accurate maintenance.
  • Maintain a safe working environment through risk assessments and compliance with safety standards.
  • Collaborate with engineers, production teams and external contractors.

Skills

Maintenance experience
Troubleshooting (mechanical/electrical
Independent working
Health & safety awareness
Attention to detail

Education

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2/3 in engineering, electrical, or maintenance

Tools

CNC machines
EDM tools
Vacuum coating systems

Job description

Novanta Taunton is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support state-of-the-art manufacturing operations, maintaining CNC machines, EDM tools and coating systems to ensure high uptime and product quality.

The role requires hands-on, safety-conscious individuals who can work independently, manage multiple tasks and collaborate with engineers and contractors to drive continuous improvement.

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