Mechanical technician Work, Jobs in Shepshed, Lec (with Salaries)

Maintenance Technician (Weekends)
Caterpillar —Desford
- £37,900 - £42,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Maintenance
- Programmable logic controllers
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
- Annual leave
HGV Technician / Mechanical Engineer - Nights
DPD Group UK —Hinckley
- Up to £63 an hour
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Automotive diagnostics
- Mechanical knowledge
- Free parking
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Workshop Engineering Technician
Nestlé —Tutbury
- £49,007.86 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
4d
Master Technician
Everyman Driving Experiences —Donington Park
- £40,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Quality control
- Mentoring
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3d
Senior Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician
Amazon UK Services Ltd. —Coalville
- Weekend availability
- Maintenance
- English
- Programmable logic controllers
- Flexible schedule
Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician, BHX7 RME
Amazon UK Services Ltd. —Hinckley
- Weekend availability
- Maintenance
- Mechanical knowledge
- Flexible schedule
Generator Technician/ Mechanical Fitter
Dymac Global Limited —Snarestone
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Forklift
- Mechanical knowledge
Quick apply
Engineering Team Leader
Thermo Fisher Scientific —Loughborough
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Maintenance
- Supervising experience
Trailer Technician (m/f/x)
TIP GROUP —Loughborough
- £44,000 a year
- Mechanical knowledge
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Wind Turbine Technician - Borescope
ONYX Insight —Nottingham
- Weekend availability
- Spanish
- English
- Bachelor's degree
Quick apply
Multi Site Technician - Midlands Nottingham
City Facilities Management (UK) —Nottingham
- £41,506.36 a year
- Overtime
- Plumbing
- Driving
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Quest Global —Derby
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
Quick apply
13d
Lead Mechanical Installation Engineer
Elmleigh —Hinckley
- Full-time
- Project management
- IT
- Communication skills
Quick apply
Diagnostic Technician
Pentagon Motor Group —Derby
- £37,570 - £44,500 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Automotive diagnostics
- Mechanical knowledge
- Employee assistance programme
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Lead Hand Trailer Technician (m/f/x)
TIP GROUP —Nuneaton
- £46,000 a year
- Mechanical knowledge
- Referral programme
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Test Technician - Battery Abuse - 12 months Contract
Horiba Mira —Nuneaton
- Up to £22 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
12d
Mobile Maintenance Technician
Biffa Waste Services —Nottingham
- £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Maintenance
- Welding
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Fleet Technician
National Grid Electricity Distribution —Hinckley
- £45,492 - £50,596 a year
- Full-time
- Computer skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
3d
Service Technician (m/w/d)
Element Logic —Leicester
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- IT
14d
Test Engineer
Cameo —Leicester
- £24,784.50 - £25,000.00 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Communication skills
Quick apply
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Maintenance Technician (Weekends)

Caterpillar -
Desford

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Job details

Full-time
£37,900 - £42,000 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Annual leave
Company pension
Car scheme

Qualifications

Maintenance
CMMS
Programmable logic controllers
Continuous improvement
NVQ

Full job description

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Caterpillar's Desford Paint Facility is seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations through dedicated weekend maintenance coverage (Fri,Sat,Sun). This role has been created to increase planned preventative maintenance activities, improve equipment reliability, and minimise unplanned downtime across our paint and production facilities.

Working as part of the maintenance team, you will play a key role in ensuring that critical plant and equipment are maintained to the highest standards, allowing production operations to perform safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities on paint facility equipment, machinery, and associated infrastructure.
Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing equipment reliability and reducing downtime.
Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults where appropriate.
Complete maintenance inspections and asset condition assessments.
Ensure all maintenance activities are accurately documented within the site's maintenance management system.
Support statutory inspections and compliance-related maintenance activities.
Work closely with production, engineering, and reliability teams to identify improvement opportunities.
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and always promote a culture of safety.
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with Caterpillar health, safety, and environmental standards. Undertake training/further learning as required.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

Time-served Maintenance Technician/Engineer or recognised engineering apprenticeship.
Qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Multi-Skilled Engineering (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
Experience working within a manufacturing, automotive, industrial, or process environment.
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively during weekend shifts.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong commitment to health and safety.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience in using PLC based systems would be an advantage.
Experience in LEV
Experience in DSEAR/Compex
Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in engineering or equivalent
Experience within paint shop, surface treatment, or automated manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems).
Understanding of PLC-controlled equipment and automated systems.
IOSH Working Safely or equivalent safety qualification.
Experience supporting TPM or reliability-centred maintenance programmes.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Job Title: Maintenance Operative x3

Salary: starting salary of £37,900 rising to £42,000 once fully competent + shift allowance where applicable

Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Flexible Buy in Benefits such as Private Medical, Healthcare, Vison & Dental schemes, Green Car Scheme and more, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Contribution double by Company up to 10%), Free Car Parking, Caterpillar Advantage website

Contract: Permanent

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

Travel: Not required

CATERPILLAR

Caterpillar is a world leader in construction and mining equipment—creating innovative, cutting-edge products and services that help our customers build the world around us. With that level of impact comes the platform to care for the world, we work in. That’s why we lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

What will Caterpillar do for you?

From day one, you’re set up to thrive at Caterpillar: helpful training, relatable mentors, global experience, competitive salary package, work-life balance and the growth opportunities you expect with a Fortune 100 company. Your power our success and we are committed to empowering yours. After all, when your work can impact the entire world, it’s important to do work that matters.

About BCP

The Building Construction Products (BCP) division team is comprised of more than 9,000 employees—from assemblers and accountants to marketing professionals and engineers—we work in factories, warehouses, and offices all over the world.

We are responsible for the design, manufacturing, marketing and support of Caterpillar’s line of small, versatile construction machines and attachments for the commercial construction, residential construction, specialty trades, landscaping and agriculture industries. Products include small wheel loaders, compact wheel loaders, backhoe loaders, compact track loaders, mini hydraulic excavators, skid steer loaders, telehandlers and small track-type tractors.

Just a heads-up: We start reviewing applications as soon as they come in, so if you’re interested, don’t wait too long! We may close the advert early if we feel we’ve got a strong pool of potentially suitable applicants.

Don’t miss out, get your application in soon!

Posting Dates:

July 15, 2026 - August 5, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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