Maintenance Technician / Senior Maintenance Technician

Overview

A well‑established automotive manufacturing business in the Midlands is expanding its maintenance team and is seeking experienced Maintenance Technicians at
Technician and Senior Technician level.

These roles sit within a modern, high‑volume manufacturing environment and offer long‑term stability, strong technical exposure, and genuine development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a wide range of production equipment and plant machinery
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults efficiently to minimise downtime and support production targets
• Work collaboratively with production to ensure equipment is optimally set up and ready for use
• Log maintenance activities, breakdowns, and spare parts usage on the CMMS system
• Support equipment improvements, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Adhere to all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards at all times
• Work to a high standard within a structured 6S environment

At Senior level:

• Providing hands‑on technical leadership and mentoring to technicians and apprentices

• Supporting maintenance planning and root cause analysis of recurring issues
• Assisting with equipment commissioning, projects, and process improvements
• Acting as a key technical point of contact during breakdowns and escalations

Criteria

• Trade‑qualified or Level 6 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Technology, or related discipline
• Experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude with exposure to pneumatics, hydraulics and general fault‑finding
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation

Reward

• Competitive salary depending on experience and level (€42K - €55K)
• Overtime and shift premiums (where applicable)
• Pension and additional benefits
• Strong training and upskilling support
• Long‑term career progression within a stable automotive manufacturer

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