Senior Maintenance Technician

Bentley Motors Ltd; Crewe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Technician to join their Maintenance team in Crewe. In this pivotal role, you will ensure equipment reliability and contribute to the company's ambitious goals. Collaborating with various stakeholders, you will lead complex problem-solving activities and engage in continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work within a state-of-the-art facility while playing a key role in the journey towards sustainable luxury mobility. If you are passionate about innovation and excellence in maintenance, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Health and life assurance

Contributory pension scheme

Optional car lease scheme

Access to health resources

Annual salary reviews

Progression pathways

Onsite restaurant

Free parking

Gym access

Qualifications

• Experience in a Maintenance/Facilities environment is essential.
• Accredited apprenticeship to NVQ3 or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of PLCs and robotics is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Lead problem-solving activities in a safe and structured manner.
• Conduct planned, preventative, and predictive maintenance.
• Work cross-functionally to deliver new equipment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Project management

Communication skills

Customer focus

PC Literacy

Education

NVQ3 or equivalent

HNC

Tools

PLC systems

Robotics

7 axis robots

Paint application systems

BMS systems

Job description

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Function: Manufacturing- Maintenance
Contract: Full time- Permanent
Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL

Bentley Motors is combining a world of luxury and progressive technology to embrace an electrified future. Join us as we embark on the most transformative phase in Bentley's history.

Purpose of the Role
Join the Maintenance team as the Senior Technician where you'll be responsible to maintain and improve equipment reliability enabling targets in output and quality to be met whilst working within Bentley operating Policies and Safety framework, and play a pivotal role in Bentley's goals and Beyond100 strategy. Reporting into the Maintenance Manager your main responsibilities include;

• Lead major complex problem solving activities ensuring a safe, timely and structured approach is used and that appropriate escalation and communication processes are adhered too.
• In depth knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, control equipment, PLC and robotic programming systems to resolve maintenance breakdowns.
• Planned, preventative and predictive maintenance
• Always work to safe practices as set out in the safety framework reporting any accidents or near misses to the relevant supervision.
• Ensuring any Maintenance activity does not place any other Colleague / contractor / visitor at risk from their actions or omissions.
• Continuous improvement activities including generating Equipment Top Issues pareto for the technology. Utilises data to ensure RCA problem solving tools are being used to contain, resolve and ultimately eliminate the root causes preventing reoccurrence.
• Work cross functionally in the delivery of new equipment to site ensuring the department is set up to be self-sufficient from SOP and that the equipment is robust.

About the Team

The Paint Production Maintenance team, is responsible for the technical availability and uptime of the equipment including continuous improvement within Manufacturing, and for this role specifically our new purpose built state of the art Paint Factory. This is achieved through collaboration with key stakeholders within Bentley and the wider VW group. As part of a dynamic, manufacturing team, you will innovate, develop and lead manufacturing activities cross functionally and be part of the industry 4.0 digitalisation journey.

We will lead the way into our newest and largest Future Factory here at our Crewe Campus and we will provide training across multiple OEM assets.

About you

Skills and Experience

• High level of experience within a Maintenance/ Facilities environment
• Project management and contractor control experience
• Able to generate effective reports following significant breakdowns
• Works as part of a team with a strong customer focus.
• Good communication skills (Liaises with other teams-Co-ordinators-Managers and Senior Managers)
• PC Literate

Technical Knowledge and Qualifications

• Accredited Apprenticeship to NVQ3 or equivalent, HNC preferred.
• Comprehensive Knowledge of PLC's and Robotics
• Paint Shop specific; 7 axis robots (Fanuc desirable), Paint application and delivery systems, Wax and PVC sealer, Automatic body wash and drier systems, AGV and roller bed conveyor systems, drives & motors, BMS (AHU, RTO, ovens & chillers systems) and air purification.
• Specialist training i.e. Control/Automation, Automotive Paint or Body (BiW) etc.
• Has / prepared to attain IOSH, SMSTS, NEBOSH General certificate in Health & Safety Qualifications

What Bentley Offers

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of UK bank holidays
• Progression pathways and programmes, mentoring, and study support opportunities available
• Optional car lease scheme with discounted access to brand new VW Group cars (VW, Seat, Skoda, Audi) up to every six months
• Health and life assurance benefits providing up to five times annual salary
• Annual salary reviews and competitive bonus scheme
• Contributory pension scheme - you put in 6% we put in 10%
• Access to a wide range of resources to support your health and well-being including an online GP, the choice to join BUPA health plans, a mental health counsellor, and onsite physio

The Bentley Campus
Our campus is going through an exciting transformation offering unrivalled facilities including green spaces, free parking, an onsite restaurant, coffee shops and Legends gym.

#BelongingAtBentley
Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered.

We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.

Beyond100
Announced in 2020, Bentley's ground-breaking Beyond100 strategy targets sustainable luxury mobility leadership, reinventing every aspect of the business. Building on over two decades of forward-thinking, join us as Bentley moves towards a sustainable future.

Closing date: 8 May 2025