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Maintenance Technician

Job Reference: NE34526

Engineering
Walsall, West Midlands
£46384 per annum
Permanent

Position: Maintenance Technician

Location: Walsall

Hours: Morning and afternoons Monday - Friday

Salary: £46,384 p/a

Summary
Carry out routine and preventative maintenance, diagnose and repair plant faults, and support continuous improvement of equipment reliability, safety and efficiency in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform routine and preventative maintenance on all site equipment and systems.
  • Diagnose plant and machinery breakdowns and carry out effective repairs.
  • Support and use the CMMS/engineering software to log work, plan maintenance and produce basic reports.
  • Help manage engineering spare parts, including requisition, receipt, storage and stock checks.
  • Ensure engineering and electrical drawings are maintained and used correctly.
  • Inspect completed maintenance and installation work to ensure it meets required standards.
  • Support improvement projects to enhance equipment performance, safety and efficiency.
  • Liaise with other engineering teams and external contractors as required.
  • Follow and support site procedures for health & safety, quality, environment and compliance.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • At least 3 years' experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Strong background in planned and preventative maintenance.
  • Practical electrical and mechanical maintenance skills.
  • Experience working with pneumatic systems (valves, cylinders) and hydraulic systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic engineering drawings.
  • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Experience using a CMMS or similar maintenance software.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with colleagues and contractors.
  • Experience of basic project planning or small engineering projects.

Qualifications & Certifications

  • HNC, City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering.
  • Latest edition electrical qualification.
  • Relevant health & safety training (as required for role and site).

Contact Nicola at HRGO recruitment on 0151 4393051 or email Nicola.Evans@hrgo.co.uk / linkedin.com/in/nicolaevanshrgo