Mechanical Maintenance Technician Warrington £13.00 per hourA well-established industrial engineering business in Warrington is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Technician to support the Maintenance Manager in a varied and physically active role.This position is part of a long-term succession plan. The successful candidate will work closely with the Maintenance Manager, gaining in-depth knowledge of specialist refractory equipment and site operations, with the opportunity to take ownership of the role over time.This role would suit someone from a small plant, workshop, or heavy equipment background who is comfortable working with robust, heavy-duty machinery and enjoys practical, hands-on work.Mechanical Maintenance Technician Key Responsibilities:Support the Maintenance Manager in maintaining and repairing specialised refractory and industrial equipmentCarry out mechanical maintenance, fault finding, and general workshop repairsUndertake basic fabrication tasks including welding, cutting, and grindingAssist with upkeep of plant machinery and workshop equipmentSupport goods-inwards operations, including unloading deliveries using a forklift truckAssist with stock control, parts management, and general organisation of the workshopMaintain safe working practices and high housekeeping standardsMechanical Maintenance Technician Requirements:Experience maintaining industrial machinery, plant equipment, or similar heavy-duty kitStrong mechanical background (engineering, maintenance, or workshop-based)Basic welding, cutting, and grinding skillsGood all-round workshop repair capabilityBasic understanding of electrical systems and safe working practices (not an electrician role)Valid Forklift Truck licenceComfortable working in a physically demanding, industrial environmentIdeal CandidateHands-on, practical thinker who enjoys problem-solvingTakes pride in their work and maintains high standardsOrganised and detail-focused, particularly with stock and parts controlReliable, self-motivated, and proactiveWilling to learn and develop within a specialist industryComfortable working with heavy, sometimes rough equipmentWhat's on Offer£13.00 per hourFull training on specialised refractory equipmentClear long-term progression into a senior/lead maintenance roleOpportunity to take ownership of the function over timeStable role within a well-established industrial businessBH35661