Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Position: Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Permanent)
Job Title:

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location:

Peterlee Area

Salary: £38,500 - £42,000 PA + Overtime

Benefits:

Overtime pay:

Monday – Saturday at 150% (Time and a half)
Sunday at 200% (Double time)

Pension: 5% employee contribution, 3% employer contribution

Death in Service Benefit

Career progression and training opportunities

The Company:

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking manufacturing company at the forefront of automation and engineering innovation. Our client has invested heavily in advanced manufacturing technologies, including bespoke robotic cells and automated production machinery. As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining, improving, and developing complex mechanical systems across the site. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a modern, progressive environment that values continuous improvement and technical development.

Working Hours:

Shift 1:

05:45 – 14:00 (Monday – Thursday)

05:45 – 12:45 (Friday)

Shift 2:

13:45 – 00:00 (Monday – Wednesday)

13:45 – 23:00 (Thursday)

Friday Off

Alternative shift patterns available

Job Description:

As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and improving mechanical systems and equipment across the manufacturing facility. You will work on a wide range of automated and semi-automated machinery, supporting continuous production and contributing to ongoing improvement and engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities:

* Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on production machinery and plant equipment

* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to ensure maximum uptime

* Fault finding on mechanical systems including gearboxes, bearings, motors, conveyors, and drives

* Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems

* Strip, rebuild, and install mechanical components and assemblies

* Assist with machine upgrades, modifications, and new installations

* Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with site standards

* Mentor apprentices and junior technicians where required

* Work independently to identify issues and implement effective mechanical solutions

Skills & Experience:

* Qualifications:

Time-served Mechanical Engineer with HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

* Strong mechanical fault-finding experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment

* Proven experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including diagnostics and repair

* Knowledge of rotating equipment, conveyors, pumps, valves, and mechanical drives

* Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics

* Experience with preventative maintenance systems and continuous improvement activities

* Welding, fabrication, or machining skills advantageous but not essential

* IPAF and FLT licenses preferred but not essential

* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a team

Why Should You Apply?

* Competitive salary with generous overtime rates

* Opportunity to work in a highly automated and technically advanced environment

* Excellent career progression and ongoing training opportunities

* Be part of a skilled engineering team focused on innovation and continuous improvement

* Varied, hands-on role with exposure to modern manufacturing systems

If you are a Mechanical Maintenance Technician looking to develop your skills in a progressive and innovative manufacturing environment, apply today