Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: Gateshead and Surrounding Areas, North East, UK

Job Description:

Are you a mechanically inclined individual with experience in automotive and hydraulic systems? We're seeking a motivated Maintenance Technician to join the team of our client, a leading material handling solutions provider based in Gateshead and serving the surrounding areas. In this role, you'll receive comprehensive training and mentorship while gaining hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing material handling equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with Maintenance Tasks: Collaborate with experienced technicians to perform scheduled maintenance tasks, inspections, and minor repairs on a variety of material handling equipment, focusing on automotive and hydraulic systems.

• Learn Fault Diagnosis: Shadow senior technicians to learn the process of diagnosing equipment faults, troubleshooting hydraulic systems, and implementing effective solutions to ensure equipment reliability.

• Component Replacement: Under supervision, assist in the replacement of automotive and hydraulic components, gaining practical experience in servicing and repairing these critical systems.

• Support Installation Projects: Provide assistance with equipment installation and assembly projects, contributing to the alignment, calibration, and testing of automotive and hydraulic systems.

• Documentation Support: Assist in maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, including documenting work performed, parts used, and equipment status updates related to automotive and hydraulic systems.

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £26,000.00-£31,000.00 per year (commensurate with experience)

Benefits:

• Company car provided (upon completion of training period)
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company
• Comprehensive training and development programs
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance coverage
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme incentives

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday (with potential for overtime)

Licence/Certification:

• Valid Driving Licence (preferred)

If you have a background in automotive and hydraulic systems, along with a desire to pursue a career in maintenance and repair, we encourage you to apply. Join the team of our client, a leading material handling solutions provider, and take the first step towards becoming a skilled Maintenance Technician in the material handling industry.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience, qualifications, and interest in the role.