Maintenance Technician Location: Middlewich
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, Days Only
The Opportunity An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled Maintenance Technician to join a highly automated distribution and logistics operation in Middlewich. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and availability of automated equipment and systems critical to site operations.
This is an ideal position for an engineer looking to join a modern facility offering excellent long-term career prospects, ongoing training, and a strong benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across automated equipment and systems.
* Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system faults.
* Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime and maintain operational performance.
* Ensure all installations and equipment are maintained to the highest standard.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver maintenance and improvement activities.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
* Adhere to all health, safety, and quality procedures.
Candidate Requirements
* City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering discipline.
* Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role.
* Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems.
* Experience working with maintenance planning and preventative maintenance programmes.
* Proactive approach with excellent problem-solving abilities.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
Desirable Experience
* Experience working within FMCG, manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, or highly automated environments.
* Exposure to automated material handling systems, conveyors, or logistics automation.
* Previous experience coaching, mentoring, or training colleagues.
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £45,000.
* Monday to Friday days-based working pattern.
* Performance-related bonus opportunities.
* Private medical cover.
* Health and wellbeing programme, including access to GP services.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Genuine career progression within a growing and innovative engineering business.
* Modern working environment with advanced automated technology.
Please note: Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check due to the nature of the site and role.
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