Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Location
: Peterborough
Hourly Rate:
£30 per hour Umbrella
Duration
: 12 months (with likely extension)
Working Arrangements:
On-site in Peterborough (no remote/flexible working)
We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our client's team in Peterborough. This is a diverse and hands-on role, offering the opportunity to work across multiple teams, gain company-wide exposure, and continue to develop your technical career.
What You'll Be Doing
* Carrying out a wide range of mechanical maintenance tasks in a busy facility/engine test environment.
* Supporting and servicing boilers (accreditation highly desirable).
* Reading and interpreting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical drawings and schematics.
* Ensuring compliance with maintenance processes, quality objectives, and safety standards.
* Working closely with a team of 10 technicians and collaborating with wider facility teams.
* Using Microsoft Office and in-house CAT systems for reporting and maintenance tracking.
What We're Looking For
* 10 years' experience (including NVQ) in manufacturing, maintenance, or plant equipment environments.
* Strong knowledge of maintenance processes, tools, and materials.
* Ability to work with precision while maintaining quality standards.
* NVQ Level 3 (minimum) in a relevant discipline – equivalent experience considered.
* Boiler servicing accreditation and/or facility test cell experience highly advantageous.
* Industrial or plant maintenance background preferred; food industry maintenance also considered.
If you would like to be considered for this role please don't hesitate to click apply or call Daniel McShane on for more information.
Inclusion statement
Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive fair consideration for your application regardless of your race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.
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We believe diversity of thought and background makes us stronger and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and life experiences.