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Maintenance Technician

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Maintenance Technician (Electrical Bias) 
 📍 Pontyclun
 💰 Circa £55,000 including shift allowance, plus overtime and benefits

Yolk Recruitment is exclusively representing a leading UK manufacturer looking for an electrically biased Maintenance Technician to join its established engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a forward-thinking manufacturing environment that continues to invest in automation, technology, and plant reliability. You will work across a three-shift pattern and play a key role in keeping production running safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do:

Respond to electrical and mechanical breakdowns across production machinery and the wider facility
Complete planned preventative maintenance activities to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime
Diagnose and repair faults involving PLC systems, CNC machinery, hydraulics, and pneumatics
Use your electrical maintenance knowledge to identify faults and deliver effective, lasting repairs
Support engineering improvement projects and the introduction of new technology
Work collaboratively with production and engineering colleagues to maintain plant reliability
Ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and efficiently 

What You'll Bring:

At least 10 years' experience in a Maintenance Technician or similar engineering position
A strong electrical maintenance background
Experience working with PLC and CNC systems, although additional training can be provided where required
A minimum NVQ Level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering discipline
An HNC or equivalent higher-level engineering qualification would be advantageous
Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment
A proactive and adaptable approach to fault finding and problem-solving
Confidence making decisions while responding to engineering issues
An interest in developing your skills and progressing over the long term 

Why You Should Apply:

You will receive a salary of circa £55,000, including shift allowance, alongside a valuable overtime and benefits package.

Benefits include:

Overtime paid at 1.5 times the standard rate on Saturdays
Overtime paid at double the standard rate on Sundays
25 days' annual leave plus eight bank holidays
Company pension with a 3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution
Salary sacrifice pension option available following probation
Training and career progression opportunities within a global business
The opportunity to work with modern automation and manufacturing technology
A stable role within a business focused on growth, investment, and sustainability 

Ready to Apply?

If you are an experienced, electrically focused Maintenance Technician looking for a well-paid three-shift opportunity in Pontyclun, Yolk Recruitment would like to hear from you.

Contact Jacob Purcell to find out more.

Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.

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