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Maintenance Technician

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 36,611 - 43,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gateshead

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

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.
 
What’s in it for you?
 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
What you’ll be doing as 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:

Attending equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults, and suggest improvements
Completing planned maintenance tasks in line with the PPM schedule
Supporting new equipment installations and commissioning
Ensuring all work meets quality standards and complies with Health & Safety regulations
What we’re looking for in a Maintenance Technician:

Proven experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
ONC, BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance or Engineering
Experience with industrial equipment maintenance
Working hours
Two-shift pattern (Shift 1: 2:00pm–10:30pm / Shift 2: 5:45am–2:00pm)
 
To apply for this role as Maintenance Technician, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV. The hiring company is committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, they still encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what they’re looking for.

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