Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Location: Peterborough | 12-Month Contract (Likely to Extend) | £34.40 p/h
Hours: Mon–Thurs 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–13:00 (flexible start/finish times) including a 9-day fortnight schedule.
Opportunity
Join a multi-disciplinary maintenance team providing expertise in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems. Your work will include reactive breakdown support, planned preventative maintenance, and facility upgrades, contributing to world-class engine testing and development projects.
Responsibilities
* Respond to equipment breakdowns with effective fault-finding and repairs.
* Maintain, repair, and install facility equipment and support systems.
* Work from mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical drawings and schematics.
* Support commissioning of new rigs, systems, and test cells.
* Lead improvement projects and root cause investigations, presenting findings to engineers and managers.
* Mentor apprentices and share knowledge within the team.
* Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment adhering to health & safety and 5S standards.
Qualifications & Experience
Qualified to at least NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) with completed apprenticeship or strong industry background. Solid knowledge of maintenance processes, tools, and equipment. Ability to interpret mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical drawings. Industrial maintenance experience of 10+ years, including apprenticeship. Experience in fault finding/diagnostics on hydraulic or fuel systems, laser alignment of rotating equipment, boiler servicing accreditation, and work in facility test cells, engine testing, or plant maintenance. Transferable experience from manufacturing or food industry maintenance is also considered.
Why Apply?
* Be part of a team of 10 specialists working closely with engineers, contractors, and technical experts.
* Gain exposure to a wide variety of projects and systems, ideal for continuous learning and development.
* Enjoy flexible working hours, including a 9-day fortnight schedule.
* Make a significant impact in a world-class engineering environment.
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