Job Title: Maintenance Technician Location: Southend-on-Sea Salary: up to £34,000 Overview Our client, a leading manufacturer based in Southend-on-Sea, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to carry out planned and reactive maintenance on site assets. This role involves maintaining equipment reliability, managing contractors, and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and company standards. Key Responsibilities * Perform weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance on company equipment * Record all completed maintenance in the company database * Review and follow all relevant risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) * Maintain and manage stock of spare parts and consumables * Supervise contractors and ensure adherence to site safety requirements * Support continuous improvement and attend training when required Experience & Skills Required * Proven experience maintaining/servicing equipment in a manufacturing environment is essential * GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent is preferable * An engineering-based apprenticeship or similar qualification is desirable * Experience with contractor management (RAMS, permits, etc.) is essential * Must be IT proficient (MS Office) * Forklift and MEWP experience preferred * Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently or in a team is a must * Must be Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure Apply now or contact Julia @ Prime Appointments for more information about this excellent opportunity. Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position