Maintenance Engineering Technician
Location: Taunton
Salary: £42,000 – £44,000 per year
Hours: Monday – Friday, rotating shifts (6 a.m.–2 p.m. / 2 p.m.–10 p.m.)
Benefits:
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Annual bonus up to 4%
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Private pension plan
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25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
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Sick pay scheme
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Excellent training and development opportunities
About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineering Technician to join a dynamic manufacturing team in Taunton. This role combines mechanical and electrical maintenance with precision fabrication and workshop support to ensure production equipment runs smoothly and efficiently.
You’ll play a vital part in minimizing downtime, improving tooling and machinery reliability, and supporting the site’s continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on machinery and facilities equipment.
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Diagnose faults quickly and implement effective engineering solutions.
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Contribute to process improvements and manufacturing efficiency.
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Maintain a safe, clean, and organised workshop environment.
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Support Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Excellence activities.
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Mentor apprentices and share technical knowledge across teams.
About You
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Apprentice-trained or qualified in an engineering discipline.
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Skilled in mechanical and electrical maintenance of industrial machinery.
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
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Proactive with an innovation-driven mindset.
If you’re a motivated Maintenance Engineer who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and working in a fast-paced production environment, this is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking team.
Apply now to take the next step in your maintenance career