Maintenance Technician

  • SI Recruitment
  • Bishop Auckland, County Durham
  • Feb 03, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

A leading industrial company is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join its team. The successful candidate will maintain, troubleshoot, and improve production equipment in a dynamic industrial environment, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and service production equipment including motors, conveyors, and transmission systems
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair machinery efficiently
  • Support installation of new equipment and upgrades
  • Produce maintenance reports and perform routine safety checks
  • Design and fabricate parts for repairs
  • Assist with apprentice training and mentoring
  • Undertake general facilities maintenance

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven industrial maintenance experience
  • Strong mechanical, electrical, and PLC knowledge
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Basic computer and report writing abilities
  • Physical fitness and ability to handle heavy equipment

Desirable:

  • Experience with Fiix CMMS or similar software
  • Knowledge of BRC standards
  • Previous industrial environment experience
  • Professional, proactive, and team-oriented
  • Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently
  • Energetic and enthusiastic about maintenance excellence

Position details:

  • Contract: Permanent
  • Salary Range: £35,000 - £45,000
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Shifts: Currently 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM / 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM (with 5:00 PM finish on Fridays). Shift patterns may vary from time to time.