Maintenance Technician

My client is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team. You will play a key role in ensuring machinery and equipment across a large, fast-paced site operate smoothly and reliably. This position requires both proactive and reactive maintenance, alongside a strong focus on health, safety, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electro-mechanical maintenance, both planned and reactive, on a wide range of machinery and equipment
• Support with checking, repairing, and servicing systems, infrastructure, and equipment
• Assist with the calibration of fixed and portable temperature monitoring devices
• Respond to breakdowns efficiently to minimise downtime
• Act as a first responder to alarms, with an understanding of fire and ammonia safety principles
• Maintain accurate records using computerised maintenance systems
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and company policies, reporting any concerns promptly
• Safely operate and maintain tools, equipment, and PPE, addressing any misuse when necessary
• Use mechanical handling and access equipment such as MEWPs and counter-balance trucks (training provided)
• Support site security procedures, including threat awareness and incident reporting
• Promote and enforce adherence to site rules, procedures, and standards

What We're Looking For

• A minimum Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Engineering
• At least 3 years' mechanical and/or electrical experience within a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems (advantageous)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Clear communication skills with a proactive, "can-do" approach

Shift Pattern

• 12-hr continental shift pattern. The day shift pattern is 6am - 6pm four days on / four days off.

Benefits

• 21 days annual leave, increasing with length of service (up to 5 additional days)
• Option to purchase up to 5 extra days of holiday (T&Cs apply)
• Competitive salary up to £38,000 per annum, paid monthly in arrears
• Long Service Awards
• Attendance Awards
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Discounted event tickets and prize draw through the Social Club
• Christmas Turkey or Voucher