Maintenance Technician
CV-LibraryHoughton-Le-Spring, SunderlandpermanentPosted: 28 April 2026
Apply NowThe Rewards and Benefits on Offer:
* A full-time, permanent position with long-term career opportunities.
* Comprehensive training and continuous professional development.
* Work within a supportive and experienced maintenance team.
* Free on-site parking.
* Company pension scheme.
* Three-shift pattern following initial training/orientation period.
New Job Opportunity:
We are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a well-established and expanding manufacturing site. This is an excellent opportunity for a multi-skilled engineer—preferably with a background in food manufacturing—who enjoys problem-solving, teamwork, and working with a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems.
You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving production machinery, ensuring equipment runs efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.
The Job You’ll Do:
* Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on site equipment, including mixers, blenders, form-fill packaging machines, sachet machines, and metal detectors.
* Maintain electrical and mechanical systems, as well as site facilities and infrastructure.
* Perform basic boiler care (steam and thermal fluid) and chiller maintenance.
* Correctly handle and use approved chemicals and food-contact equipment.
* Manage documentation including certification records, machine data sheets, and inventory logs
* Order spare parts, approved chemicals, and maintenance tools when required.
* Ensure precise shift handovers and clear communication across teams.
* Supervise contractors and issue permits to work.
* Support and oversee installation of new machinery and equipment.
* Conduct root cause analysis to prevent recurring breakdowns.
* Undertake special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Assist operators with machine operation and troubleshooting.
* Lead and support technicians and trainee engineers as needed.
* Drive site improvements in hygiene, quality, and performance.
* Participate in internal and external audits.
* Occasionally attend off-site training related to new or upgraded equipment.
About You:
Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or time-served apprenticeship).
Electrical qualification with 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification.
Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.).
Proven experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment (food sector preferred).
Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.
A proactive and safety-conscious approach to all tasks.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Welding skills – preferred but not essential.
Food hygiene experience – training provided if required
* A full-time, permanent position with long-term career opportunities.
* Comprehensive training and continuous professional development.
* Work within a supportive and experienced maintenance team.
* Free on-site parking.
* Company pension scheme.
* Three-shift pattern following initial training/orientation period.
New Job Opportunity:
We are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a well-established and expanding manufacturing site. This is an excellent opportunity for a multi-skilled engineer—preferably with a background in food manufacturing—who enjoys problem-solving, teamwork, and working with a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems.
You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving production machinery, ensuring equipment runs efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.
The Job You’ll Do:
* Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on site equipment, including mixers, blenders, form-fill packaging machines, sachet machines, and metal detectors.
* Maintain electrical and mechanical systems, as well as site facilities and infrastructure.
* Perform basic boiler care (steam and thermal fluid) and chiller maintenance.
* Correctly handle and use approved chemicals and food-contact equipment.
* Manage documentation including certification records, machine data sheets, and inventory logs
* Order spare parts, approved chemicals, and maintenance tools when required.
* Ensure precise shift handovers and clear communication across teams.
* Supervise contractors and issue permits to work.
* Support and oversee installation of new machinery and equipment.
* Conduct root cause analysis to prevent recurring breakdowns.
* Undertake special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Assist operators with machine operation and troubleshooting.
* Lead and support technicians and trainee engineers as needed.
* Drive site improvements in hygiene, quality, and performance.
* Participate in internal and external audits.
* Occasionally attend off-site training related to new or upgraded equipment.
About You:
Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or time-served apprenticeship).
Electrical qualification with 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification.
Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.).
Proven experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment (food sector preferred).
Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.
A proactive and safety-conscious approach to all tasks.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Welding skills – preferred but not essential.
Food hygiene experience – training provided if required