Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and proactive General Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of our facilities and equipment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong background in mechanical, electrical, and programmable systems, who are committed to maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Day shift, 39 hrs per week 27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays PRP bonus scheme Health cash plan Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Duties

Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules for equipment and facilities. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and provide timely repairs. Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and best practices. Maintain inventory of tools, parts, and equipment; manage procurement as needed. Monitor and improve equipment performance using KPIs such as MTTR (Mean time to repair) and MTBF(Mean time between failures) Collaborate with production, safety, and engineering teams to support operational goals. Manage maintenance budgets and prepare reports for management review. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment uptime and reduce costs. Oversee facilities maintenance including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and utilities (as applicable). Responsible for the recording of all work undertaken including analysis of trends key parts stock To carry out or organise general repairs/oversee routine property plant maintenance Facilitate / support Lean Manufacturing and operational Excellence implementation

Skills

Recognised engineering apprenticeship and ONC / HNC (or equivalent) in electrical/mechanical engineering

Demonstrable proven experience in a manufacturing environment in both mechanical and electrical maintenance

18th edition wiring regulations

Experience doing both total preventative and reactive maintenance Competence to review existing SOP'S and develop new ones. Experienced in carrying out Risk Assessments and utilising SSW's. Willingness and capability to learn develop and adapt. Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills A Team player with good inter-personnel skills A motivated self-starter - ability to organise and prioritise own workload Demonstrable successful implementation of TPM Extensive knowledge of all functions. Desirable Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems). Lean or 6 sigma qualification (desirable)
This role is ideal for a dedicated professional looking to utilise their technical skills within a dynamic environment while contributing to the ongoing success of our operations.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Private dental insurance
Work Location: In person