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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 45,488 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birtley, Gateshead

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

Location: Birtley Area

Salary: £45,488.26

Working Hours:

2-shift pattern:

  * Days: 7:00am – 3:30pm (5 shifts)

  * Nights: 9:00pm – 7:00am (4 shifts)

Benefits:

  * Company pension contribution

  * Life assurance

  * Death in service (3x salary)

  * 22.5 days holiday + bank holidays

  * Company sick pay scheme

  * Profit share scheme

  * Overtime at competitive rates

  * Ongoing training and development

  * Career progression opportunities

The Company:

Our client is a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business, known for investing in both its people and cutting-edge production technology. Operating within a fast-paced, high-volume environment, the company offers long-term stability, a strong team culture, and genuine opportunities for progression. This is an excellent chance to join a business that values continuous improvement, engineering excellence, and employee development.

Job Description:

We are looking for a capable and adaptable Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician to join a busy engineering team within a thriving manufacturing environment.

This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on CNC machinery and press equipment, where you will be instrumental in maximising machine reliability, reducing downtime, and improving overall operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:

  * Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on CNC machines and press equipment

  * Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults and implementing effective repairs

  * Supporting production teams to resolve breakdowns quickly and safely

  * Assisting with installation, commissioning, and relocation of machinery

  * Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation

  * Contributing to continuous improvement and root cause analysis activities

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

Skills & experience:

  * Proven experience in a multi-skilled maintenance role within manufacturing

  * Strong knowledge of CNC machinery and press systems

  * Electrical and mechanical fault-finding expertise

  * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics

  * PLC fault-finding experience preferred

  * Proactive problem-solving approach with excellent attention to detail

  * Relevant engineering qualifications (HNC/HND, City & Guilds, or equivalent)

Desirable:

  * Hydraulic and pneumatic systems experience

  * Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement knowledge

  * Background in a high-volume production environment

Why Should You Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a secure and forward-thinking manufacturing employer that truly values its engineering team. You’ll benefit from a strong salary package, shift allowance, overtime opportunities, excellent benefits, and clear career development routes. If you enjoy fault finding, working on advanced machinery, and making a real impact in production performance, this role offers both challenge and reward

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