The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving manufacturing equipment, building services, and facilities across the company’s operations. This role requires a multi-skilled individual with experience in mechanical maintenance, electrical systems, plumbing, and general building maintenance.
The successful candidate will support all departments, ensuring equipment reliability, operational efficiency, health and safety compliance, and minimal downtime. Regular travel between company branches is required to provide maintenance support and coordinate improvement projects across multiple locations.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
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Proven experience in a maintenance technician, maintenance engineer, or similar role.
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Strong mechanical maintenance and fault-finding experience.
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Good electrical maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
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Practical plumbing experience.
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Experience maintaining production and manufacturing equipment.
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Ability to read technical manuals, engineering drawings, and schematics.
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Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
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Full UK Driving Licence.
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Willingness to travel frequently between company sites.
Desirable Skills & Qualifications
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Engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, Multi-Skilled Maintenance or equivalent).
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Electrical qualifications (18th Edition, City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent).
Personal Attributes
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Reliable and proactive approach.
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Flexible and adaptable.
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Hands-on and practical mindset.
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Strong attention to detail.
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Ability to prioritise workload effectively.
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Customer-focused approach when supporting internal departments.
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Positive attitude towards continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Machinery Maintenance
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Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on manufacturing machinery and equipment.
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Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.
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Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
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Install, commission, and relocate machinery as required.
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Maintain maintenance records and service reports.
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Recommend and implement improvements to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
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Liaise with suppliers & sub-contractors for specialist service and repair work.
- Ensure critical spare parts are procured & stocked up.
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Keep logs of breakdowns and repairs completed.
Electrical Maintenance
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Carry out electrical repairs and maintenance on machinery, lighting, power distribution systems, and building services.
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Diagnose electrical faults and implement corrective actions.
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Conduct routine inspections of electrical systems to ensure compliance and safety.
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Support installation of new electrical equipment and upgrades.
Plumbing & Building Maintenance
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Perform plumbing maintenance and repairs to water supply systems, drainage systems, and sanitary facilities.
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Carry out general building maintenance including repairs to doors, offices, welfare facilities, and external areas.
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Coordinate with external contractors when specialist support is required.
Multi-Site Support
- Travel regularly between company branches to conduct maintenance activities and support operational requirements.
- Assist with site improvement projects and equipment installations.
- Ensure maintenance standards are consistently applied across all locations by working closely with the EHS Lead.
- Provide emergency maintenance support when required.
- Support operational improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist with facility and equipment audits.
- Provide technical advice and recommendations to departmental managers.
Health, Safety & Compliance
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Ensure all maintenance activities are conducted safely and in accordance with company procedures.
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Comply with Health & Safety regulations, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
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Maintain housekeeping standards within workshops, plant rooms, and work areas.
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Report hazards, unsafe conditions, and near misses promptly.
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Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 5:00 pm
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1-hour unpaid lunch break
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38.75 hours per week
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The role will require travel to the company’s branches as required
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25 days’ annual leave per annum, plus Bank Holidays
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Company Christmas shutdown
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Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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Company pension scheme
