Maintenance Technician

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Maintenance Technician

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Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £36,611 - £43,000 (plus 20% Shift Allowance)
Hours: Two-shift pattern (Shift 1: 2:00pm–10:30pm / Shift 2: 5:45am–2:00pm)
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
A leading global manufacturer with a strong international presence and a major production site in the North East is seeking a talented Maintenance Technician to join their team in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and technically challenging environment.
About the Company
This prestigious company is renowned for its commitment to employee development and offers an exceptional working environment.

  • Contributory company pension scheme
  • Life assurance (4x basic salary)
  • Private medical insurance (company-paid for employee)
  • 26 days holiday + 5 accrued days + statutory holidays (some fixed shutdown periods)
  • Subsidised canteen, on-site gym, employee uniform
    About the Maintenance Technician Position
    As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll be responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance across a wide range of manufacturing equipment including robots, CNC machines, overhead cranes (OHCs), and paint plant.
    Key Responsibilities:
  • Attend equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults, and suggest improvements
  • Complete planned maintenance tasks in line with the PPM schedule
  • Support new equipment installations and commissioning
  • Ensure all work meets quality standards and complies with Health & Safety regulations
    About You – Maintenance Technician
    We’re looking for candidates with proven experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
    Essential Requirements:
  • ONC, BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance or Engineering
  • Experience with industrial equipment maintenance
    We’re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. If you’re excited about this Maintenance Technician role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what they’re looking for

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