Job Description
Mechanical Maintenance TechnicianLocation: BirminghamWorking Pattern: Days (Mon–Fri)Salary: Experience DependentThis is a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Technician position within a highly regarded global engineering and manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in ensuring production equipment and facilities operate reliably and efficiently, supporting continuous improvement and minimising downtime.Working as part of a skilled maintenance team, you will be responsible for diagnosing faults, maintaining equipment, and contributing to projects that improve operational performance, safety, and energy efficiency.Responsibilities - Mechanical Maintenance TechnicianDiagnose and repair mechanical faults across a range of production equipment (including bearings, conveyors, pneumatics, and associated systems)Support electrical engineers with basic fault finding on sensors, motors, and control panelsCarry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activitiesMaintain tools and equipment to ensure safe and effective operationRespond quickly to breakdowns and emergencies to minimise production disruptionManage and update technical documentation for machinery and production linesSupport tooling activities, including tool setting and machine setupWork with workshop machinery such as lathes, milling machines, drills, and grindersContribute to continuous improvement and maintenance reduction projectsUse CMMS systems to record work, analyse trends, and improve equipment performancePropose and implement improvements to enhance reliability, efficiency, and safety across production processesExperience / Qualifications - Mechanical Maintenance TechnicianTime-served apprentice or formally qualified in Mechanical EngineeringProven experience in a manufacturing or production maintenance environmentStrong mechanical fault-finding and repair skillsBasic to intermediate electrical knowledge (motors, sensors, panels)Experience with tool setting and machine tool setupFamiliarity with workshop machinery (lathes, milling, drilling, grinding)Experience using CMMS systems for maintenance tracking and analysisAbility to read and interpret mechanical drawingsStrong communication skills with the ability to work across departmentsProactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvementBenefits - Mechanical Maintenance TechnicianCompetitive salary25 days holiday + bank holidaysCompetitive pension schemeLife assuranceFlexible benefits platform (including holiday buy/sell, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, and retail discounts)Employee Assistance ProgrammeInternal mobility and career development opportunitiesAccess to global projects and mentorship programmesGenerous employee referral schemeRecognised as a Top UK EmployerFor more information on this role, please contact Andy Haddon on 01453 796617, or send a copy of your CV toFor details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visitOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.Ideal background / Previous roles may include : Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Fitter, Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician, Plant Maintenance Engineer, Shift Maintenance Engineer, Production Maintenance Technician, Engineering Technician.Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.TPBN1_UKTJ