Maintenance Technician

A leading global manufacturer with a strong international presence and a major production site in the North East is seeking a talented Maintenance Technician to join their team in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and technically challenging environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Contributory company pension scheme
• Life assurance (4x basic salary)
• Private medical insurance (company-paid for employee)
• 26 days holiday + 5 accrued days + statutory holidays (some fixed shutdown periods)
• Subsidised canteen, on‑site gym, employee uniform

What you’ll be doing as Maintenance Technician:

You’ll be responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance across a wide range of manufacturing equipment including robots, CNC machines, overhead cranes (OHCs), and paint plant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attending equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults, and suggest improvements
• Completing planned maintenance tasks in line with the PPM schedule
• Supporting new equipment installations and commissioning
• Ensuring all work meets quality standards and complies with Health & Safety regulations

What we’re looking for in a Maintenance Technician:

• Proven experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment
• ONC, BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance or Engineering
• Experience with industrial equipment maintenance

Working hours

• Two‑shift pattern (Shift 1: 2:00pm–10:30pm / Shift 2: 5:45am–2:00pm)

The hiring company is committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.

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