Job Description:

Job description:

Our client, a global manufacturer who is renowned for its well-known household brands, is currently on the look-out for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their team. They pride themselves on being amongst the best in the industry and they are currently offering a fantastic opportunity for a talented and experienced individual to contribute to their ongoing success.

We are looking for someone who is confident in taking ownership of their work, demonstrating accountability and responsibility on site. A proactive approach, positive attitude, and the ability to work well within a team are essential for success in this role.

Why this role might be for you:

• They invest in training and upskilling.
• You would be joining a settled Engineering team.
• Strong long-term stability.
• There's plenty of project work to get involved in, not just day to day breakdowns.
• You would be working with a wide range of equipment - Conveyors, Robotics, Packaging lines, Drives, Flow wrappers, Fillers, Pumps and Valves etc.

Job details:

• Ensure that preventative and reactive maintenance duties are carried out across the site.
• Be the first point of contact when breakdowns occur. Diagnose and resolve issues promptly to minimise downtime.
• Identify and support initiatives to reduce waste and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with other maintenance team members to co-ordinate repairs and maintenance activities.
• Liaise with the Engineering Team Manager for workload planning and technical support.

Qualifications / Experience:

• Engineering skills obtained by a time served apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3)
• Previous experience within a Manufacturing environment (Essential).
• Familiar with pneumatically and hydraulically controlled systems.
• Strong fault-finding capabilities.
• PLC fault-finding experience (desirable).
• Familiar with packaging lines, drives, conveyors, rotating machinery, pumping equipment and valves.
• Competent in safe working procedures.

What’s on offer:

• Shift: 4 on 4 off (2 days / 2 nights)
• Salary: Up to £55,000 inclusive of shift allowance (annual pay review)
• Overtime available at time and a half
• Holiday allowance - 24 days
• Pension contribution - Matched up to 8%
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee of the month rewards
• Free company products
• On site parking
• Training and up-skilling opportunities

We are keen to speak with candidates from a fast paced manufacturing background, who are looking for a long term career move.

Please note that we can only consider applicants who have the legal right to work in the UK.