Maintenance Technician jobs in United Kingdom

We are looking for a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer with strong mechanical and electrical skills to support the maintenance and improvement of our client's plastic pipe extrusion lines, plastic fabrication and tool making equipment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with machinery, haul-offs, cutters, vacuum tanks, and downstream equipment used in the production of plastic pipes (e.g., HDPE, PPR, PP) and plastic fabrications.

• Recognised qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND).
• Proven experience in maintaining and troubleshooting plastic pipe extrusion or automated machinery (e.g., Single screw extruders, vacuum sizing tanks, haul-offs, cutting equipment would be advantageous).
• Strong fault-finding skills on PLC-based control systems, motors, sensors, and variable speed drives (VSDs).
• Understanding of hydraulic/pneumatic systems, cooling/chiller circuits, and pipe sizing equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, continuous production environment.
• Familiar with safe working practices and risk assessments.

• 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations (if electrical bias).
• Experience with automation systems, PLC fault diagnosis (e.g., Siemens, Allen Bradley).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, TPM, or continuous improvement tools.
• Previous experience in the plastic pipe manufacturing industry (e.g., Water, gas, cable conduit) would be advantageous.
• Must be a car owner and driver.

• Factory floor environment; exposure to noise, heat, and industrial machinery.
• Day shift, including the potential to include nights and weekends to be agreed in advance.
• Use of PPE and strict adherence to safety protocols is essential.

If you are currently a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a new position within a highly established organisation with a growth mindset, please do not hesitate to contact The Work Shop today.