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Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Liverpool, Merseyside

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Your new company 
Our client operates critical infrastructure within a major port and industrial environment, supporting around‑the‑clock operations and global supply chains. Ongoing investment is focused on modernising assets, improving reliability, and supporting long‑term sustainability. The business places strong emphasis on safety, engineering excellence, and the development of its technical workforce.

Your new role 
As a Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of a wide range of heavy mechanical plant and equipment. Your role will focus on ensuring assets remain safe, reliable, and fully compliant with statutory and regulatory standards.You will carry out planned preventative maintenance and inspections, identify and report defects, and respond to reactive faults to minimise operational disruption. Working hands‑on with mechanical systems such as impounding pumps, hydraulic systems, dock gates, bridges, and associated infrastructure, you will diagnose faults and undertake repairs using appropriate tools and techniques.
All work will be completed in line with health, safety, environmental, and engineering procedures. You will also support delivery of the engineering maintenance plan and participate in an on‑call rota to provide out‑of‑hours support when required.

What you'll need to succeed 

Mechanical engineering background with apprenticeship and NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification
Experience maintaining hydraulic systems, pumps, gates, bridges, or similar plant
Strong fault‑finding and hands‑on maintenance capability
Solid understanding of health and safety systems, including Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and Permit to Work
Experience using CMMS systems for fault reporting and maintenance planning
Knowledge of relevant legislation such as HASAWA, PUWER, LOLER, and PSSR
Willingness to take part in an on‑call rotaWhat you'll get in return 

Competitive salary and long‑term career development opportunities
27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Up to 10% matched pension contribution
Access to a wide range of flexible benefits, including healthcare, car scheme, Cycle to Work, gym memberships, and retail discounts
Ongoing training and professional development
Employee wellbeing and assistance supportWhat you need to do now 
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