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Maintenance Technician

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wantage, Oxfordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing manufacturing business for a Maintenance Technician to join their engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically minded individual looking to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The Role

Working as part of a close-knit team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of machinery and equipment across the site. This position is mechanically biased, general mechanical maintenance, rather than heavily electrical or control-based work.

Key Responsibilities

  * Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on machinery and equipment

  * Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to minimise downtime

  * Respond to breakdowns and perform effective fault finding

  * Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment

  * Maintain accurate maintenance records and report recurring issues

  * Work collaboratively with production teams to improve equipment reliability

  * Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety standards

About You

  * Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Engineering.

  * Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or technical environment

  * Strong mechanical maintenance skills

  * Ability to prioritise workload and work efficiently under pressure

  * Good communication and teamwork skills

Desirable:

  * Engineering apprenticeship

  * Basic electrical or PLC fault-finding knowledge

Applicants with vehicle maintenance or automotive mechanical experience are encouraged to apply, skills are highly transferable to this role.

What’s On Offer

  * Competitive salary up to £40,000 depending on experience

  * Performance related bonus

  * 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  * Onsite parking

  * Subsidised canteen

  * Clear opportunities for career progression and development

If you’re a hands-on, mechanically focused engineer looking for a stable role with excellent work-life balance and progression opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

  * Canteen

  * Company pension

  * Discounted or free food

  * Free parking

  * On-site parking

  * Private medical insurance

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