Maintenance Technician
Location: Sunderland
Salary £44,745.41 per annum (basic)
37 hours per week + overtime available
Shift Pattern (Rotating 3-Shift System)
Day Shift
Mon–Thu: 07:00 – 15:10
Fri: 07:00 – 15:05
Late Shift
Mon–Thu: 15:05 – 23:15
Fri: 15:05 – 23:10
+16% shift allowance
Night Shift
Sun: 22:00 – 07:05+
Mon–Thu: 23:10 – 07:05+
+39% shift allowance
Overtime paid at:
* Day: x1.33
* Late/Night: x1.5
We’re looking for a proactive Maintenance Technician to keep production running safely and efficiently. You’ll work as part of a skilled team, ensuring equipment reliability and minimising downtime.
What You’ll Do
* Carry out planned & reactive maintenance
* Diagnose and repair mechanical & electrical faults
* Support production uptime and efficiency
* Maintain critical safety systems (E-stops, fire alarms, etc.)
* Order parts & update maintenance records
* Work with external contractors when required
* Respond to urgent breakdowns and support overtime needs
What You’ll Need
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering / Maintenance
* Strong mechanical & electrical maintenance experience
* Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities
* Confident decision-making and a proactive attitude
* Good communication and teamwork skills
Desirable (Not Essential)
* Siemens S7 PLC experience
* ABB Robotics experience
* IOSH certification
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