Maintenance Technician – Day Shift Havant We're looking for askilled Maintenance Technicianto join our Maintenance Department in Havant, working aday shift and reporting to the Maintenance Manager. This is a hands-on role where you'll play a vital part in keeping our production equipment running safely, efficiently, and reliably - helping the site achieve its KPIs and continuous improvement goals. The Role As a Maintenance Technician, You Will Repair and maintain site production equipment in a safe, compliant manner Maximise equipment availability to support production and site KPIs Maintain equipment throughout its full lifecycle in line with OEM recommendations Diagnose faults, identify root causes, and implement effective, long-term solutions Work proactively with peers, customers, and support teams to improve reliability and performance Actively contribute to Continuous Improvement and LEAN initiatives Key Responsibilities Respond to breakdowns and systematically diagnose and resolve faults Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Source parts, supplies, and repair items as required Identify and implement improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, reliability, and robustness Collaborate with Continuous Improvement and Process Engineering to improve OEE, cost efficiency, and site KPIs Update maintenance records, review CMMS data, and use predictive maintenance technologies Troubleshoot control systems, resolving software, hardware, and configuration issues Support other departments and provide leadership to small teams when required Share knowledge, coach others, and complete ongoing technical training Promote and adhere to Safe Systems of Work, safety legislation, and site policies Essential Qualifications What We're Looking For Time-served, certified Engineering Apprenticeship BTEC / NVQ Level 3 in an Engineering discipline (or equivalent) Experience & Skills Experience in a general industrial environment (or equivalent training/experience) Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and control systems Ability to analyse problems and carry out effective repairs Confident using hand tools and specialised equipment Basic knowledge of hydraulics Personal Attributes Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and projects Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills Calm, focused approach when working under pressure