Overview
Mechanical Maintenance Technician based in Peterborough, United Kingdom. 12-month contract (likely to extend) with a base pay of £34.40 per hour. Hours: Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–13:00 (flexible start/finish times) including a 9-day fortnight schedule.
This role is part of a multi-disciplinary maintenance team, providing technical expertise across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems to support world-class engine testing and development.
What you’ll be doing
* Respond to equipment breakdowns and carry out effective fault-finding and repair.
* Maintain, repair, and install facility equipment and support systems.
* Read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical drawings and schematics.
* Support commissioning of new rigs, systems, and test cells.
* Run improvement projects and root cause investigations, presenting findings to engineers and managers.
* Mentor apprentices and support knowledge sharing within the team.
* Ensure a safe, clean, and efficient work environment in line with health & safety and 5S standards.
What we’re looking for
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent experience), with completed apprenticeship or strong industry background.
* Solid knowledge of maintenance processes, tools, and equipment.
* Ability to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical drawings.
* Industrial maintenance experience (10+ years, including apprenticeship).
* Fault finding/diagnostics on hydraulic or fuel systems.
* Laser alignment of rotating equipment.
* Boiler servicing accreditation.
* Experience in facility test cells, engine testing, or plant/equipment maintenance.
* Transferable backgrounds from manufacturing or food industry maintenance are considered.
Why apply
* Be part of a team of 10 specialists, working closely with engineers, contractors, and technical experts.
* Exposure to a wide variety of projects and systems—ideal for continuous learning and development.
* Flexible working hours, including a 9-day fortnight schedule.
* Opportunity to make a real impact in a world-class engineering environment.
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