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SENIOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Job Description

Ready to apply your Maintenance Talents in a role that offers the chance to work Straight Days in an Excellent Environment, Supporting some of the Latest Technology on the Market?

We are a highly respected employer in our sector and due to a retirement, we are seeking to recruit an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our DAY SHIFT TEAM. 

You’ll be supporting some of the most advanced technology in our sector within a stable, non-automotive manufacturing environment. With our established presence in the area, we take pride in our exceptionally low staff turnover.

Benefits: 

In return for your Maintenance skills and experience, we offer:-

  • Annual salary in the region of £45,000 - £50,000
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
  • Enhanced Company Pension (with above average company contribution)
  • Excellent Holiday Entitlement
  • Company Funded Healthcare
  • Sick Pay
  • Critical Illness Insurance 
  • Staff Parking 
  • Product Allowance
  • Straight Day Working (Mon – Fri) 

Duties of an Senior Maintenance Technician    

As a proven Senior Maintenance Technician, you will be required to undertake both planned and reactive maintenance across our plant, which will require you to have experience of supporting plant and equipment within a fast-paced manufacturing, process or production environment.  

Requirements of a Senior Maintenance Technician   

  • Ideally you will be apprentice trained but must be qualified Electrically and have fault finding abilities with Plc Controls and exposure to Robot technology.  
  • You must also be multi skilled in your abilities, having gained your Maintenance experience from supporting plant and equipment within a fast paced automated manufacturing, process or production environment.  

This is a great opportunity to move your career into a stable market sector, where you will not only gain an incredible benefits package and ongoing training and development, but also be secure in the knowledge that you will be in a stable working environment supporting some of the most cutting edge equipment in the region. 


The Senior Maintenance Technician role is commutable from Brownhills, Cannock, Cheslyn Hay, Heath Hayes, Lichfield & Tamworth 

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch.

Should you want to learn more about any of our MAINTENANCE, RELIABILITY & SERVICE ENGINEERING vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Maintenance, Reliability & Service Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

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I have a great opportunity for a mechanically biassed Maintenance Engineer to join a leading company in Shopshire. 

My client is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a continental shift pattern. The right person will be a multi-skilled engineer with a mechanical bias, this role offers stability and progression routes.   

Maintenance Engineer Role Benefits:

  • Salary £45,000 
  • Premium overtime rate 
  • 23 days holiday 
  • 6% pension. 
  • Training and progression opportunities.  
  • Life assurance. 


Maintenance Engineer Duties include:

  • Continental shift rota. 
  • Improve and promote safety across site. 
  • Carry out planned and preventive maintenance. 
  • Fault find on mechanical and electrical equipment. 
  • Respond to breakdowns. 
  • Report on machinery faults. 
  • Update CMMS. 
  • Contact OEM’s and suppliers. 


Maintenance Engineer Requirements include: 

  • Apprentice trained. (Mechanical or Electrical). 
  • Recognised engineering qualification. 
  • Strong fault-finding capabilities. 
  • CMMS experience. 
  • Health & Safety / Food Safety.  
  • Be knowledgeable in using quality assurance systems and standards. 
  • PLC knowledge (advantageous) 


Please apply find out more about this role. 

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from: Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Telford, Newport, Shifnal, Stafford, Cannock, Shrewsbury and surrounding areas.

 

Are you currently a Machine Build Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor, Maintenance Team Leader or Engineering Assembly Lead with experience of utilising your skills within a Special Purpose Machine Build Environment? 

About Us:
Our company has a respected and established presence in the region for many years, producing well-known products that has garnered global recognition. With extremely low staff turnover, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and stable working environment for our employees.

Benefits Available for a Machine Build Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor, Maintenance Team Leader or Engineering Assembly Lead

  • Negotiable Base Salary in the Region of £55,000 
  • Flexi Time & Working from Home Options 
  • Annual Tax Free Bonus 
  • Enhanced Company Pension (with above average employer contribution)
  • Above Average Holiday Entitlement (with the option to buy and sell days)
  • Life Assurance (above market average) 
  • Paid Overtime  
  • Ongoing Training & Development 
  • The Opportunity to join a Well Established and Growing Business where your Input will make a Real Difference

Duties of a Machine Build Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor, Maintenance Team Leader or Engineering Assembly Lead

  • As Special Purpose Machine Build Supervisor you will lead a multi-disciplined team of technicians to ensure each build is completed on time, within budget and that it’s handed over to the customer with complete satisfaction.  
  • As part of your role you will also be tasked with managing site services, driving 5S and ensuring all statutory regulations are adhered to.

Requirements of a Machine Build Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor, Maintenance Team Leader or Engineering Assembly Lead

  • Have a proven background in leading an engineering team within a special purpose machine build environment. Where you have had direct responsibility for plant performance, achieving targets, process development, mentoring staff, setting and monitoring KPI’s and managing time critical projects.
  • Qualified to a HNC standard Mechanically  
  • Have climbed the ranks of engineering from an apprentice level (ideally in toolmaking or mechanical fitting) into a position where you have supervised a team. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a long-standing reputation for excellence. If you are a skilled and forward-thinking Workshop Supervisor with relevant experience, apply now to be part of our vibrant team and contribute to our continued growth and success.

The role is commutable from most areas of Warwickshire & The West Midlands 

 

I have a great opportunity for a Facilities Manager who has worked in a manufacturing environment and has experience in energy reduction to join the building service team of a global manufacturer in Shropshire.     

My client is looking for a Facilities Manager to manage maintenance activities, engineers, and CMMS to provide specialist knowledge in energy management. You will be responsible for ensuring optimal operational efficiency of the building. This role will have a focus on energy management so, the right candidate will have previous experience. 

Facilities Manager Role Benefits:

  • Salary £54,220 
  • x2 yearly bonuses (£3,000). 
  • Private medical. 
  • 8% employer pension contribution. 
  • Lunch time finish Friday. 
  • Subsidised café. 
  • Sick pay. 
  • Income protection. 
  • Onsite parking. 

Facilities Manager Duties include:

  • Co-ordinate and control water / energy reduction. 
  • Maintain compliance with climate change regulations and internal environmental reporting requirements.
  • Implementation of activities to achieve Co2 reduction targets.
  • To own CMMS structure to ensure the energy related asset structure is up to date and maintained. 
  • Continuous improvement activities. 
  • Research low carbon technologies. 
  • Project planning and budget submission. 
  • Investment justification. 

As a Facilities Manager Requirements: 

  • Recognised engineering qualifications. (NVQ Level 3, HNC, Degree). 
  • Energy management experience. 
  • Facilities management experience. 
  • Worked in a manufacturing environment. 
  • Mechanical and electrical engineering. 
  • Project management experience. 
  • CMMS experience. 


Please apply to find out more about this role, or if your CV is not up to date, please call me to find out whether this role may be right for you.

This Facilities Manager position is commutable from: Wolverhampton, Dudley, Telford, Walsall, Bilston, Featherstone, Cannock, and surrounding areas. 

 

Maintenance Technician – Join Our Established Team in a Stable Industry Sector 

We are a well established and highly regarded manufacturing business with a track record of providing top quality products into a stable industry sector. With a low staff turnover, we offer a stable and supportive work environment for our employees. 

As a Shift Maintenance Technician, you will have the opportunity to work in a technically diverse setting, gaining exposure to a wide range of plant and equipment. Join our maintenance team, known for its longevity and grow professionally in a dynamic and rewarding role.

Benefits: 

In return for your Maintenance skills and experience, we offer:-

  • Competitive Negotiable Base Salary to £51,000
  • Outstanding Company Pension Scheme & Life Assurance 
  • Rotating 12 Hour Shift Working 
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates 
  • Generous Paid Holiday Entitlement
  • Attractive Staff Discount on Company Products
  • Free Onsite Car Parking 
  • Opportunity to work in a stable and Thriving Engineering Sector


Position Overview:

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the ongoing operational efficiency and reliability of our facilities and equipment. This is a hands-on position that requires a solid foundation in electrical maintenance.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular maintenance, inspections and repairs on machinery, equipment and facilities.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical & Plc control issues to determine appropriate solutions.
  • Collaborate with the production team to address urgent maintenance requirements and minimize downtime.
  • Perform preventive maintenance tasks to ensure optimal functionality and extend the lifespan of equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work done, parts used, and time spent.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and company standards at all times.


Duties of a Maintenance Technician: 

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the ongoing operational efficiency and reliability of our production equipment. This is a hands on position that requires a solid foundation in electrical maintenance.

Requirements of a Maintenance Technician

  • Electrical qualifications to a City & Guilds or NVQ standard.
  • Completion of a recognised apprenticeship programme.
  • Proven experience electrical maintenance within a Heavy Engineering, Process, Production or Manufacturing Environment.
  • Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
  • Effective communication skills to report maintenance updates.


If you are a dedicated Maintenance Technician with a passion for electrical maintenance and you thrive in a team environment, we encourage you to apply. 

Join our team of skilled professionals who take pride in maintaining our organisation's exceptional standards.

The Maintenance Technician role is commutable from Atherstone, Drayton Bassett, Fazeley, Tamworth & Polesworth 

 

Probe Technical Recruitment are recruiting a great opportunity for a proven Maintenance Electrician to join a well-respected employer within the Food Engineering sector. As a Maintenance Electrician you will be required to undertake both planned and reactive maintenance across the plant. This will require you to have experience of supporting plant and equipment within either a fast-paced manufacturing, process, food or production environment and be comfortable in undertaking facilities maintenance work too.

Benefits:

Along with a continental shift pattern of 4 days 4 off 4 nights 4 off 6-6, the Maintenance Electrician role also has a package of:

  • Salary £38,000 (hourly rate is £17.50) 
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
  • Company Pension at 3% company and 5% employee 
  • 20 Holiday days 
  • Stable Working Environment.

You must be an Electrically qualified Maintenance Engineer or Maintenance Electrician and hold Electrical abilities and some exposure to supporting PLC controls including Siemens S7.

The role of Maintenance Electrician is commutable from Tamworth, Burton on Trent, Derby and Leicester.

If you have hesitated about moving over the past few months, this is a great opportunity to join an organisation that won’t be affected by any potential fallout from the current economic climate. 

 

Due to expansion, we are seeking to recruit proven Maintenance Supervisor, to support our onsite maintenance team. 

Our company has a respected and established presence in the region for many years, with a low staff turnover we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and stable working environment for our employees and we don’t work shifts !

Benefits Available for a Maintenance Supervisor: 

  • Starting Salary of c£50,000 
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
  • Day Working (Mon – Fri) 
  • Employer Pension Contribution 
  • 33 Days Holiday
  • Early Friday Finish

Duties of a Maintenance Supervisor  

As a Maintenance Supervisor you will be required to lead the maintenance team on a daily basis, ensuring that PM’s are undertaken to schedule whilst also managing breakdown situations, which will require you to have experience of supporting plant and equipment within either a manufacturing, process or production environment. 

Requirements of a Maintenance Supervisor 

You must have gained your experience from working within a manufacturing or production environment with experience of either supervising or managing a maintenance team, managed external contractors, issued permits and also managed a PM structure with the use of CMMS software. 


The role is commutable from: Aston, Birmingham, Edgbaston, Erdington, Harborne, Smethwick & Sutton Coldfield 

 

We have a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Maintenance electrician to join a Manufacturing Specialist within the Greater Manchester Area, are you looking to join a well-established company, a company who Design and manufacture and are a leading UK Organisation. 

This is an opportunity to join a company who continue to Grow, a company that drive a good working environment. The wellbeing of employees is of high priority, and they always look to develop and progress individuals inhouse. 

Shift the maintenance electrician will be required to work: 8am till 4:30pm 

The maintenance electrician role is commutable from: Warrington / Preston / Bolton / Wigan 

Benefits the Maintenance electrician will receive:

  • Salary: £45,931.00
  • 23+8days holiday
  • 8% Pension
  • Health care. 

Ideally the Maintenance Electrician will hold the following: 

  • Previous experience within an ATEX Chemical or Process type industry 
  • COMAH experience would be at an advantage. 
  • Reactive maintenance 
  • Trouble shooting 
  • Planned preventative maintenance. 
  • Electrical infrastructure systems i.e., Single and 3 phase systems 
  • Instrumentation experience 
  • There is also preventative maintenance work which typically includes testing of alarms, electrical equipment emergency lighting, earth testing etc
  • The type of work typically would be isolation of motors and electrical equipment to accommodate repairs/replacement by the fitting team as and when required to react to breakdowns. 

Qualifications Required:

  • Ideally, we are looking for an Apprentice trained engineer. 
  • Holding a City & Guilds 2391 in testing & inspection. 
  • 18th Edition IEE Wiring regulations 
  • CompEx certificate 
  • Valid JIB Card 
  • IOSH Managing Safely
 

Maintenance Fitter, Stable Company, No Shifts and a Short Working Week…

Join our established engineering organisation known for its stability, innovation and commitment to excellence. With a proven track record of low staff turnover, we take pride in nurturing a supportive work environment where employees thrive. 

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Fitter to join our DAYS team and contribute to our legacy of success.


Benefits: 

In return for your Maintenance skills and experience, we offer:-

  • Competitive Base Salary of 36,000
  • Day Working with EVERY FRIDAY OFF
  • Outstanding Company Pension Scheme
  • Paid Overtime Opportunities
  • Generous Holiday Entitlement
  • Free On Site Parling 
  • Opportunity to work in a stable and thriving engineering sector


Duties of a Maintenance Fitter

Working with a team of Maintenance Engineers you will be required to undertake both planned and reactive multi skilled maintenance activities across our plant. 


Requirements of a Maintenance Fitter

You must hold formal mechanical qualifications (and ideally be apprentice trained too), with proven experience as a Maintenance Fitter supporting plant and equipment within a robust manufacturing or heavy engineering environment.  

The role is commutable from Blackheath, Cradley Heath, Halesowen, Rowley Regis & Woodgate Valley 

 

 Due to retirement, an opportunity has arisen for a maintenance engineer to join a nationwide FMCG company in Stoke-on-Trent. 

This position would be perfect but not essential for a mechanically bias maintenance engineer who has experience within a food manufacturing environment. My client boasts great attrition rates and are keen on training and developing their engineer’s skills. 

Maintenance Engineer Benefits:

  • £51,364.68
  • Shift cover rates (+£85 per shift). 
  • 14% Pension (4% your contribution / 10% their contribution).  
  • 24 days holiday. 
  • Cycle to work. 
  • Discounted products. 
  • Access to health and dental services. 
  • X4 death in service. 
  • Employee assistance programmes. 
  • Training and development (PLC courses etc). 


Maintenance Engineer Duties include:

  • Continental shift (2 days – 2 nights).  
  • Assist with breakdowns. 
  • Planned and reactive maintenance. 
  • Improving and maintaining production equipment. 
  • Updating CMMS. 
  • Fault diagnostic and repair. 
  • Continuous improvement projects. 


Maintenance Engineer Requirements include: 

  • Recognised engineering qualifications.  
  • Apprentice trained. 
  • Excellent mechanical abilities. 
  • Able to read engineering drawings. 
  • Hydraulics and Pneumatics.
  • Electrical knowledge advantageous.
  • Welding abilities advantageous.  


Please apply find out more about this fantastic role. 

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from: Stoke-on-Trent, Market Drayton, Crewe, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stafford, and surrounding areas. 

 

 

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for a mechanically biassed Maintenance Engineer to join a nationwide FMCG company in Stoke-on-Trent. 

This position would be ideal for someone who is mechanically minded and is able to strip down and rebuild machinery and who has experience within a food manufacturing environment. My client boasts great attrition rates and are keen on training and developing their engineer’s skills. 

Maintenance Engineer Benefits:

  • £43,000
  • Shift cover rates (+£85 per shift). 
  • 14% Pension (4% your contribution / 10% their contribution).  
  • 33 days holiday. 
  • Cycle to work. 
  • Discounted products. 
  • Access to health and dental services. 
  • X4 death in service. 
  • Employee assistance programmes. 
  • Training and development 


Maintenance Engineer Duties include:

  • Day shift (Monday-Friday). 
  • Stripping down existing machinery. 
  • Assist with breakdowns. 
  • Undertake planned maintenance tasks.
  • Improving and maintaining production equipment. 
  • Updating CMMS. 
  • Continuous improvement projects. 


Maintenance Engineer Requirements include: 

  • Recognised engineering qualifications. 
  • Ideally apprentice trained. 
  • Food packaging machinery experience would be ideal but not essential. 
  • Strong mechanical engineering abilities. 
  • Experience with pneumatics.  

Please apply find out more about this fantastic role. 

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from: Stoke-on-Trent, Market Drayton, Crewe, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stafford, and surrounding areas.

 

A great opportunity for a mechanically bias Maintenance Engineer to join a busy and successful roll form manufacturer in the West Midlands. Working across a broad range of market sectors such as construction, commercial vehicles, storage systems and much more. 

My client is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join the afternoon shift (2:00pm – 10:00pm) to maintain all kit on site. My client is looking for someone who is willing to learn and further their skills. If this sounds like the right role for you, please read on. 


Maintenance Engineer Benefits:

  • £38,000
  • Company contribution pension.
  • Overtime at premium rates. 
  • 25 days + BH 
  • Early Finish Friday. 
  • Quarterly bonus. 
  • Training.

Maintenance Engineer Duties: 

  • PM shift 2:00pm – 10:00pm  
  • Carry out planned maintenance activities. 
  • Maintaining site equipment. 
  • Regularly liaise with other departments regarding maintenance issues. 
  • Atten breakdowns, fault-find and repair. 
  • Machine improvements. 
  • Update maintenance logs. 
  • Order critical spares. 


Maintenance Engineer Competencies: 

  • Relevant engineering qualifications NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.  
  • Practical experience of Mechanical duties  
  • Welding. 
  • Hydraulics and Pneumatics experience. 
  • An awareness of health and safety legislations. 
  • Good diagnostic and problem-solving skills. 
  • Ability to read technical drawings. 


This is a great opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a fantastic company that will support you to learn new skills and take you to the next level. Please apply to find out more details. 

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from: West Bromwich, Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Aldridge. 

 

A fantastic opportunity for a maintenance engineer to join a global manufacturing company based near Stourport. My client is a multi-national UK firm supplying to stores across the UK and Europe.   

My client is looking for looking for a maintenance engineer to join their afternoon shift, who will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of all production equipment, keeping down-time to a minimum. 


Maintenance Engineer Role Benefits:

  • Salary £41,511
  • 25 Days + BH 
  • Company pension with Scottish Widows. 
  • Free eyecare. 
  • Death in service. 
  • Critical illness cover. 
  • Big retailer discounts. 
  • Holiday purchase scheme. 
  • Volunteering days. 
  • Training opportunities. 

Maintenance Engineer Duties include:

  • Monday – Friday (14:00-22:00) 
  • Ensure all machines are running at all times.
  • Diagnose and repair machine faults.
  • Respond to breakdowns. 
  • Carryout TPM and PPM work. 
  • Open communication with shift leaders. 
  • Reduce downtime and increase efficiency.

 
Maintenance Engineer Requirements include: 

  • Recognised electrical qualifications. 
  • PLC fault finding abilities. 
  • Hydraulics and Pneumatics experience. 
  • Ability to read circuit diagrams.
  • Experience with conveyors. 
  • Single and Three phase power supplies. 
  • AC and DC Drives. 


An overall brilliant opportunity to join a very well-established company in the Kidderminster area. If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you please apply to find out more details.  

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from:  Kidderminster, Dudley, Bridgnorth, Droitwich Spa, Worcester, Bromsgrove, Stourport, Redditch and surrounding areas.