Maintenance Technician

Sutton Coldfield
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Maintenance Technician

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Maintenance Technician

Weekend Shift Maintenance Technician

We are a leading manufacturing organisation known for its cutting edge technology and commitment to excellence and are dedicated to delivering high quality product to our customers worldwide.

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our Weekend shift team and contribute to our legacy of success.

Join our distinguished engineering organisation known for its stability, innovation and commitment to excellence. With a proven track record, we take pride in nurturing a supportive work environment where employees thrive.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the ongoing operational efficiency and reliability of our plant and equipment.

Benefits of a Maintenance Technician:

  • Base Salary of c£50,000

  • Exceptional Company Pension

  • Above Average Holiday Entitlement

  • Regular Paid Overtime

  • Annual Bonus

  • Car Option

  • Gym Membership

  • Genuine Ongoing Training & Career Development

    Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular maintenance, inspections and repairs on advanced automated plant and equipment.

  • Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic issues to determine appropriate solutions, which will extend to supporting Plc Controls and / or Robots.

  • Collaborate with other shift team members to address urgent maintenance requirements and minimise downtime.

  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work done, parts used, and time spent.

  • Adhere to safety protocols and company standards at all times.

    Requirements of a Maintenance Technician:

  • Electrical qualifications to City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 standard.

  • Completion of a recognised apprenticeship programme.

  • Proven experience in undertaking planned and reactive maintenance to plant and equipment within a manufacturing or production environment that has included Plc controls and robot technology.

    If you are a dedicated Maintenance Technician with a passion for electrical maintenance and you thrive in a weekend shift working environment, we encourage you to apply.

    Join our team of skilled professionals who take pride in maintaining our organisations exceptional standards.

    This role is commutable from Atherstone, Coleshill, Coventry, Sutton Coldfield & Tamworth

    Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

    Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.

    If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch.

    Should you want to learn more about any of our MAINTENANCE, RELIABILITY & SERVICE ENGINEERING vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat.

    Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Maintenance, Reliability & Service Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

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