Multiskilled Maintenance Technician

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.