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Maintenance Technician

Job Posted: 22 minutes ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 36,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: St Helens, St. Helens

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Maintenance Technician x3

Join a Growing, High-Tech FMCG Manufacturing Site

About the Role

Following its recent acquisition by a global industry leader, this site is entering a period of significant investment, automation upgrades, and long-term expansion. The facility produces high-quality FMCG products for major UK retailers and offers a clean, modern, and well-organised environment with strong opportunities for technical development.

We are seeking hands-on Maintenance Technicians to support the reliability, uptime, and safe operation of production lines and site facilities. This position is ideal for individuals with a solid mechanical foundation who want to advance their skills within a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

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    Execute planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and respond to reactive maintenance tasks to minimise downtime.

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    Conduct mechanical repairs and component replacements on production assets, including drives, solenoids, motors, conveyors, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

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    Assist with basic electrical fault finding and isolation where trained.

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    Operate, inspect, and maintain general facility systems to ensure site-wide reliability.

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    Support waste management and recycling processes, including correct handling of hazardous substances in line with COSHH requirements.

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    Perform seasonal grounds maintenance, including snow and ice clearance for safe site access.

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    Participate in goods-in/goods-out operations and safe chemical storage and handling.

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    Complete routine H&S inspections, ensuring emergency equipment (fire extinguishers, spill kits, eyewash stations) is maintained and compliant.

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    Maintain high standards of workplace organisation (5S), cleanliness, and operational discipline.

Qualifications & Skills Required

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    NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a similar discipline (with a willingness to complete Level 3).

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    Foundational knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical basics, and fabrication techniques.

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    Strong awareness of safe working practices, including LOTO and hazard identification.

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    Practical problem-solver with a proactive and structured approach to tasks.

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    Reliable, organised, and committed to delivering high-quality workmanship.

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    Effective communicator and team player with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

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    Physically fit for manual handling, outdoor work, and machinery operation.

Work Pattern & Environment

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    Rotating Shift Pattern:

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        06:00–14:00

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        14:00–22:00

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    Permanent night shift is also available at a premium rate.

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    Work is primarily within a modern manufacturing environment, requiring adherence to strict safety standards.

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    Successful candidates will be required to pass a background check

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