Xpert Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a client for a permanent Maintenance Technician position based in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team supporting a continuous manufacturing operation. You will be responsible for maintaining and improving site assets through reactive maintenance, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement activities, with safety always being the number one priority.
Salary £45,000 - £47,000 per annum (depending on experience) Plus, shift allowance: Days: 15% uplift Nights: 30% uplift
Shift Pattern Friday, Saturday and Sunday 3 x 12-hour shifts per week either a night shift OR day shift
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and minimise production downtime.
Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
Support production teams to maximise equipment reliability, efficiency, and performance.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering projects.
Complete maintenance records and reports using digital maintenance management systems.
Participate in shift handovers and maintain effective communication with production and engineering teams.
Maintain engineering inventory and spare parts accountability.
Support safety investigations, risk assessments, and implementation of improvement actions.
Assist with equipment installation, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
Provide holiday and sickness cover as required and support other UK sites when needed.
Candidate Requirements
Previous maintenance engineering experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Willingness to undertake further training and develop into a multi-skilled engineer.
Benefits
Permanent, long-term opportunity.
Ongoing training and professional development.
Opportunity to become a fully multi-skilled engineer.
Supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
To apply, please submit your CV.
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