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Job Title:\nMaintenance Technician (Multiskilled – Electrical Bias)\n\nLocation:\nDurham\n\nSalary:\nUp to £49,249.20 per annum (inclusive of 25% shift allowance)\n\nBenefits:\n\n * Pension scheme\n\n * Group Life Assurance\n\n * Bupa Health Cash Plan\n\n * Cycle to Work Scheme\n\n * Long Service Recognition\n\n * Free hot drinks\n\n * Regular company events\n\n * Free on-site parking\n\nThe Company:\n\nOur client is a well-established, forward-thinking manufacturing organisation operating in a fast-paced, technically advanced environment. They place a strong emphasis on innovation, continuous improvement, and employee engagement. The business actively promotes equality, diversity, and , believing that a varied workforce is key to long-term success.

Employees are encouraged to share ideas, develop their skills, and grow their careers within a supportive and open-minded culture.\n\nWorking Hours:\n\n * Full-time, permanent position\n\n * Average of 38.5 hours per week\n\n * Continental shift pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off\n\n * Rotating day and night shifts:\n\n * Days: 6:00am – 6:00pm\n\n * Nights: 6:00pm – 6:00am\n\nJob Description:\n\nAs a Maintenance Technician, you will be part of a skilled engineering team, reporting to the Engineering & Facilities Manager. Your role will be to provide effective maintenance support across all site equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\n * Maintaining extrusion and thermoforming machinery to optimum operating standards\n\n * Responding to machine breakdowns, diagnosing faults, and implementing effective repairs\n\n * Supporting and contributing to the planned preventative maintenance programme\n\n * Identifying root causes of recurring issues and implementing corrective actions\n\n * Prioritising workload in line with engineering guidelines and business needs\n\n * Liaising with engineering stores to ensure critical spare parts are available\n\n * Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site\n\nSkills & Experience:\n\n * Multiskilled maintenance engineer with a strong electrical bias (approximately 60% electrical / 40% mechanical)\n\n * Completed a recognised apprenticeship or formal City & Guilds qualification\n\n * Up-to-date knowledge of relevant electrical regulations\n\n * Proven fault-finding and diagnostic capability\n\n * Experience working with PLCs and control panels\n\n * Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics\n\n * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work on own initiative\n\n * Good IT skills, attention to detail, and physical fitness\n\n * Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team\n\nWhy Should You Apply?\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and progressive manufacturing business offering strong earning potential, structured shift patterns, and long-term career development. You’ll be working in a technically challenging environment where your skills are valued, supported by a comprehensive benefits package and a culture that genuinely invests in its people

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