Advanced Maintenance Technician

Location:

Coventry

Contract:

Permanent ¦ 36 hours per week Salary:
Competitive + excellent benefits

Benefits:
Private medical, pension contribution, lease car scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, 25 days holiday (plus public holidays), and more.

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering, working with cutting‑edge technology to drive innovation. We collaborate with hundreds of industrial clients across sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, electronics, and defence—helping them advance their technological capabilities and improve efficiency. Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK manufacturing, we operate from sites in Coventry, Liverpool, and Oxford.

We’re looking for an Advanced Maintenance Technician to join our team and play a key role in supporting the Maintenance Operations Manager. You’ll carry out preventative and breakdown maintenance, installations, and fault diagnosis on plant and workshop machinery. This role is ideal for someone mechanically biased but confident with minor electrical repairs and troubleshooting.

• Perform daily preventative and breakdown maintenance on plant and workshop machinery.
• Carry out installations and lead on new projects.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults.
• Respond to breakdowns and ad‑hoc maintenance requests across all sites.
• Work with external contractors and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate service reports and update work orders via CAFM system.
• Mentor apprentices and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a maintenance discipline.
• Ability to interpret schematic circuit diagrams.
• Flexible to provide standby cover on a 24/7 rota basis.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence.

• IOSH Managing Safely
• Electrical Maintenance qualification
• 18th Edition certification

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in a world‑class facility.
• Career development and training opportunities.

Submit your application today and take the next step in your career with MTC. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a two‑stage interview process and a technical test (if applicable). Please note, all employment is subject to satisfactory references and security clearance.