Location: Barnstone, Nottingham (NG13 9JT)
Rate: £20.28/hour (training, first 4 weeks) | £25.91/hour (on shift)
Hours: Average 37 hours/week (148 hours over a 4-week shift rotation)
Contract: 6+ months (long-term sickness cover, possible extension)
We are seeking a Shift Technician to join our clients Maintenance Department at Barnstone. This role will provide critical engineering maintenance support to a 24/7 cement packing operation, working across electrical and mechanical systems.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a multi-skilled maintenance team in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Key Details
* Training Period: Weeks 14, day shifts, shadowing senior technician (£20.28/hr)
* Shift Period: Weeks 58+, full shift rotation (£25.91/hr)
* Shift Pattern:
o Week 1 32 hrs
o Week 2 8 hrs
o Week 3 48 hrs
o Week 4 60 hrs
o Rotating 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shifts (days, afternoons, nights, weekends)
* Start Date:ASAP
Responsibilities
* Conduct planned and reactive maintenance of cement packing plant equipment
* Provide electrical and mechanical engineering expertise to support production
* Diagnose and repair faults quickly and efficiently
* Collaborate with production teams to minimise downtime
* Maintain a strong focus on Health, Safety, and Environmental standards
* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team development
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Maintenance
* Strong mechanical maintenance experience (dual-qualified preferred)
* Time-served craftsperson in Electrical/Process Control Engineering
* Electrical fault-finding skills and knowledge of motors, starters, LV systems
* Experience with Variable Speed Drives, hydraulics, pneumatics
* Strong understanding of electrical isolation, CMMS (e.g., SAP PM)
* Excellent teamwork, safety awareness, and problem-solving skills
Desirable:
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* PLC knowledge (Siemens S7, Allen Bradley)
* Process instrumentation systems experience
* Heavy industry or cement manufacturing background
* Cherry picker or scissor lift licence
* IOSH or similar safety qualification
This role offers hands-on engineering work, high technical variety, and a competitive hourly rate. PPE will be provided.
Interested? Apply now to join a supportive and skilled maintenance team.
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