Repair Technician

JMB84 - Repair Technician

Location: Blackburn

Salary: £30,000–£35,000 per annum

Working Routine: Mon-Fri ( 7:00 am–4:30 pm )

Benefits: Annual bonus of up to 5% for eligible employees

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Repair Technician ( PLC's) on behalf of our client.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual to join an established engineering business, working with a range of industrial automation equipment and electronic components.

The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, testing, fault-finding, repairing and refurbishing equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, drives and other industrial control systems.

Our client welcomes applications from ex-military personnel, particularly those with backgrounds in engineering, electronics, electrical maintenance or technical trades.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Inspect, test and repair industrial electrical and electronic equipment.

Diagnose faults and troubleshoot automation components.

Clean, service and refurbish equipment, replacing faulty or worn components where required.

Work with PLCs, HMIs, inverters, drives and other control systems.

Use diagnostic equipment, including multimeters and oscilloscopes.

Develop soldering and component replacement skills.

Follow technical drawings, testing procedures and quality standards.

Maintain accurate repair records and comply with health and safety requirements.

Skills and Qualifications:

Genuine interest in engineering, electronics or electrical systems.

Strong attention to detail and practical problem-solving skills.

Ability to follow technical instructions and established procedures.

Confidence using hand tools and a willingness to learn.

Previous experience in engineering, maintenance, electronics or equipment repair is advantageous.

An electrical or electronic engineering qualification would be beneficial.

Benefits:

£30,000–£35,000 salary, depending on experience.

Annual bonus of up to 5% for eligible employees.

On-the-job training and technical development.

Opportunity to develop specialist skills in industrial automation and electronics.

Why Apply?

An excellent opportunity to transfer existing technical skills into a civilian engineering career, with further training and development available within an established business.

Our client is particularly keen to hear from ex-military personnel; however, all suitably qualified candidates will be given due consideration