Job Title: Maintenance Technician Location: Newton Aycliffe Shift Pattern: Continentals Salary: £54,159 (£40,118 35% shift allowance) Benefits: * Competitive salary package * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Career progression within a growing engineering environment * Supportive and collaborative team culture * Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies The Company: Our client is a well-established and innovative manufacturing organisation operating at the forefront of advanced engineering and production technologies. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, quality, and operational excellence, they provide a dynamic environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to meaningful improvements across the business. They pride themselves on fostering a positive and collaborative workplace, where teamwork, innovation, and accountability are key drivers of success. Benefits: Structured training and upskilling opportunities Clear progression pathways (including leadership opportunities) Modern working environment with advanced equipment Strong health & safety culture Involvement in continuous improvement and innovation projects Job Description: As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring all plant equipment and machinery operate efficiently with minimal downtime while maintaining high safety and quality standards. Key responsibilities include: Responding to equipment breakdowns and resolving issues efficiently Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) Diagnosing faults using root cause analysis techniques Working collaboratively with production, engineering, and operations teams Maintaining accurate technical reports and work orders Supporting continuous improvement initiatives Managing spare parts and liaising with suppliers/vendors Additional responsibilities (Tier 4): Leading training and development of team members Analysing maintenance data to identify trends and improvements Modifying maintenance schedules and implementing condition-based monitoring Supporting audits and driving continuous improvement projects Acting as a leader within the team and stepping in for management when required Skills & Experience: Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance skills Experience with fault finding, repair, and reading technical schematics Knowledge of pneumatics, robotics, and PLC systems Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot automation systems Engineering qualification (HNC, NVQ Level 4, or equivalent) Additional for Tier 4: Leadership experience Ability to create and modify PLC programs Experience with advanced/cleanroom equipment (desirable) Project management experience (small-scale projects) Why Should You Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that invests in its people and technology. You’ll gain hands-on experience with advanced systems, develop your technical and leadership skills, and play a key role in driving operational excellence. Whether you're looking to step into a more senior role or grow within a high-performing engineering environment, this position offers both challenge and long-term career progression