Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Location: Teesside
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
About the Role
Wolviston Management Services, on behalf of our client, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Bias) to join their operations team
You'll play a key role in maintaining, repairing, and improving production plant equipment to ensure reliability, performance, and compliance with strict safety standards. This is a hands-on, varied role within a fast-paced industrial environment, supporting both planned and reactive maintenance activities.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver Planned Maintenance (PM) schedules in line with site plans, ensuring safety, efficiency, and minimal disruption to production.
Carry out reactive maintenance and fault-finding, identifying root causes and implementing long-term engineering solutions.
Support and deliver improvement projects aimed at increasing reliability, reducing downtime, and improving cost efficiency.
Conduct dynamic risk assessments, maintaining compliance with site Health & Safety and LOTO procedures.
Maintain accurate records through the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to achieve optimum plant performance.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adopting a "clean as you go" approach. What We're Looking For
Essential:
Time-served Maintenance Technician or equivalent with NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline.
Proven experience within a manufacturing or processing environment.
Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Understanding of preventative maintenance strategies, CMMS systems, and condition monitoring.
Good knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, including LOTO and COSHH.
Computer literate, with the ability to analyse data and complete maintenance documentation.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills. Desirable:
HNC or City & Guilds in Engineering or related discipline.
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, or electrical control systems (PLC, inverter drives).
Knowledge of waste or materials processing equipment. What's in It for You
A stable, long-term opportunity with a respected employer.
Supportive, safety-driven team culture.
Training and development opportunities to enhance your engineering skills.
Competitive salary and company benefits package.
If you're a proactive, safety-focused Maintenance Technician looking for your next challenge within a well-established industrial operation — we'd love to hear from you