Maintenance Assistant
CV-LibraryRowlands Gill, GatesheadtemporaryPosted: 23 April 2026
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Our client are specialists in their industry sector, they are looking to recruit a Maintenance Assistant initially on a temporary basis, this could however lead to a permanent position for the right person.
This is an ideal role for somebody part or fully qualified who is at the start of their career.
The Job you’ll do
* Support the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the functionality, safety, and efficiency of all mechanical and electrical equipment within our food production facility.
* This individual will be responsible for supporting the execution of planned preventive maintenance (PPM) programs, performing reactive maintenance as needed, diagnosing faults, and ensuring parts and materials are ordered in a timely manner to minimise downtime.
* Help to develop, schedule, and execute regular planned preventive maintenance (PPM) tasks across all production equipment.
* Maintain accurate records of completed maintenance and servicing for compliance and reporting purposes.
* Respond promptly to breakdowns and perform fault-finding activities to diagnose and resolve issues with minimal impact on production.
* Undertake both mechanical and electrical repairs independently to restore equipment to operational condition.
About You
* Mechanical Bias: Strong mechanical engineering background with extensive experience in mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
* Electrical Competency: Basic electrical skills to support a multi-skilled role, including the ability to perform minor electrical repairs.
* Problem-Solving: Strong diagnostic skills to effectively troubleshoot and resolve a range of equipment issues.
* Communication and Documentation: Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain clear and accurate maintenance records.
* Physical Requirements: Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including working at heights, in confined spaces, and performing manual tasks as necessary.
The Rewards and the Benefits
* This is an ideal role for somebody part or fully qualified who is at the start of their career.
* Day shift role.
* Potential for role to become permanent for the right candidate
Our client are specialists in their industry sector, they are looking to recruit a Maintenance Assistant initially on a temporary basis, this could however lead to a permanent position for the right person.
This is an ideal role for somebody part or fully qualified who is at the start of their career.
The Job you’ll do
* Support the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the functionality, safety, and efficiency of all mechanical and electrical equipment within our food production facility.
* This individual will be responsible for supporting the execution of planned preventive maintenance (PPM) programs, performing reactive maintenance as needed, diagnosing faults, and ensuring parts and materials are ordered in a timely manner to minimise downtime.
* Help to develop, schedule, and execute regular planned preventive maintenance (PPM) tasks across all production equipment.
* Maintain accurate records of completed maintenance and servicing for compliance and reporting purposes.
* Respond promptly to breakdowns and perform fault-finding activities to diagnose and resolve issues with minimal impact on production.
* Undertake both mechanical and electrical repairs independently to restore equipment to operational condition.
About You
* Mechanical Bias: Strong mechanical engineering background with extensive experience in mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
* Electrical Competency: Basic electrical skills to support a multi-skilled role, including the ability to perform minor electrical repairs.
* Problem-Solving: Strong diagnostic skills to effectively troubleshoot and resolve a range of equipment issues.
* Communication and Documentation: Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain clear and accurate maintenance records.
* Physical Requirements: Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including working at heights, in confined spaces, and performing manual tasks as necessary.
The Rewards and the Benefits
* This is an ideal role for somebody part or fully qualified who is at the start of their career.
* Day shift role.
* Potential for role to become permanent for the right candidate