Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician / Yaxley Suffolk / Full-Time Permanent Position 1 Recruitment is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our client Engineering site. As a Maintenance Technician, you will ensure equipment operates efficiently through proactive maintenance and quick response to breakdowns. You will be working alongside the friendly engineering team. Key Responsibilities: • Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site. • Understand and be able to carry out plant start-up and shutdown procedures. • Perform checks and tests on plant and equipment as required by the PPM (Planned Preventive Maintenance) schedule or other sources. • Ensure all work is logged in the Planned Maintenance System. • Read and follow machine manufacturers’ handbook instructions and drawings. • Assist in training colleagues from other departments as required. • Be available to work during plant shutdowns for maintenance tasks or continuous improvement projects. • Understand and adhere to the company’s ISO 9001 procedures and work instructions. • Work independently with minimal supervision, maintaining clear communication with colleagues and supervisors. • Support a positive approach towards Health & Safety, ensuring corporate requirements are met efficiently and on time. • Take responsibility for your own health and safety and the safety of others within your control. A successful Maintenance Technician will have proven experience in mechanical or electrical engineering roles within manufacturing environments. They should demonstrate the ability to work independently, meet performance objectives, and take full ownership of their tasks. Additionally, candidates must hold recognised engineering qualifications relevant to the role. Full-time, permanent position working no nights – Panama shifts (06:00 AM – 06:00 PM). • Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. • Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday. Benefits: • Pension scheme with 4% employee and company contributions, increasing to 6% after 5 years and 7% after 10 years. • Life Assurance at 3x basic salary. • 23 days holiday, rising to 25 days, plus bank holidays. • Free on-site parking. • Access to Sage Employee Benefits, including exclusive discounts, health tools, GP on Demand, and confidential support services

Location: Yaxley, GB

Posted Date: 5/13/2025