935 Maintenance Technicians jobs in the United Kingdom

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS REQUIRED IN TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE!

Are you an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Technician seeking a new job opportunity, and are you happy working a 3 shift rotation system!

We are actively looking for 6 Maintenance Technicians to join a leading manufacturing business in Telford, Shropshire. This is working a 3 shift rotation system (mornings, afternoons and nights), and the annual salary is just over £35,000 per annum (which includes a shift allowance).

The hiring manager can offer develop opportunities and they are open to putting you through a HNC qualification (should you wish to pursue this further), and this would offer you the opportunity to progress and become a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.

We are looking for candidates who have come from an FMCG environment, as well as candidates who have previously come from the armed forces or military (RAF, British Army etc).

Candidates who have previously worked as one of the below would be a good fit for this role:

(maintenance engineer, maintenance technician, multi-skilled engineer, multi-skilled maintenance engineer, mechanical maintenance engineer, mechanical maintenance technician, mechanical fitter, electrical engineer or shift engineer, automation engineer, mechanical technician, tool repair technician, tool maker)

What You Will Do:

• Respond swiftly and efficiently to machinery breakdowns, ensuring faults are identified and resolved to a high standard.
• Collaborate with production staff to optimise line productivity, enhance cycle times, and maintain quality standards.
• Implement improvements and modifications to boost overall line efficiency and achieve production targets.
• Investigate and apply continuous process improvements, focusing on reducing quality defects and enhancing machine productivity.
• Manage departmental stock, track spending, and source quality components while controlling costs.
• Mentor junior team members and apprentices, providing guidance and support to develop their skills.

What You Will Bring:

• Proven experience in a similar role within an FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical qualifications (desirable).
• Supervisory experience with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring production lines operate smoothly, achieving quality and productivity targets while contributing to the company's commitment to excellence. Your expertise will help drive innovation and efficiency, ensuring high standards are maintained across operations. This organisation prides itself on fostering a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement, offering you the opportunity to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Location:

This position is based in Telford, a well-connected area with excellent transport links and a thriving local community.

Interested?:

Don't miss this opportunity to join a company that values your skills and offers an inspiring work environment. Apply now to become a Maintenance Technician and take the next step in your career journey!

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Requisition ID: 56686 
Position Type: FT Permanent 
Workplace Arrangement:  #LI-Onsite 

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

We are currently recruiting for a multi-skilled or electrically biased  Maintenance Technicians  to the join the Engineering Team at our Portbury production facility in Bristol.  The facility is a dried blending and mixing production facility where we create flavour blends for some of the world's best loved brands, 100's of tonnes of product are precisely measured, mixed and packaged every week.

This is a permanent position, with a 3 or 4 shift pattern – AM/PM/Nights/Days

As a Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for:
 

• Complying with the health and safety policy and regulations. 
• Resolving breakdowns, carryout PM’s and work on project / improvement works with a view to minimizing production downtime.
• Carrying out risk assessments with the relevant people and put controls in place to minimise the risk to acceptable levels where reasonably practicable.
• Lock off any dangerous machinery immediately/ or repair and notify.
• Actively seek to undertake PMs on offline machinery where time allows.
• Fully complete PM sheets with all observations, jobs completed and recommendations and file with the Maintenance Planner, whilst always looking at ways of improving to PMs.
• Actively gain as much information as possible from production personnel regarding the fault on the machine to speed up the fault-finding process.
• Ensure engineering log and computer systems are fully filled in with all relevant information including PM numbers, all used parts, plant numbers, urgency of required parts, at the end of each shift. 
• Ensure all communications with external persons are conducted in a professional manner which reflects the company profile.

To be successful in this role we are looking for the right behaviours and competencies as well as a proven track in a similar position.  The ideal candidate will ideally have the following:
 

• HNC, City & Guilds or time served apprentice with appropriate electrical engineering qualifications.
• Experience within a similar role ideally gained within a food manufacturing environment, if not food, experience within any manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Electrically or biased, or multi-skilled.  PLC experience highly desirable.
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems experience highly desirable
• Flexible approach with a positive 'can-do' attitude.
• Experience of SAP highly desirable.

In Kerry we know that sometimes the perfect candidate doesn’t exist, and people can be put off applying for a role if they don’t fit all the requirements. If you are excited about working for us and have the majority of the skills or experience, then please do apply as you could be exactly what we are looking for. 

You'll receive a completive salary and comprehensive benefits package.  You will also be joining a well organised maintenance team with the opportunity to progress and grow your career with global leader in food manufacturing.

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit.  We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us . A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Recruiter: #LI-JP2 
Posting Type: LI 

Requisition ID: 56686 
Position Type: FT Permanent 
Workplace Arrangement:  #LI-Onsite 

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

We are currently recruiting for a multi-skilled or electrically biased  Maintenance Technicians  to the join the Engineering Team at our Portbury production facility in Bristol.  The facility is a dried blending and mixing production facility where we create flavour blends for some of the world's best loved brands, 100's of tonnes of product are precisely measured, mixed and packaged every week.

This is a permanent position, with a 3 or 4 shift pattern – AM/PM/Nights/Days

As a Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for:
 

• Complying with the health and safety policy and regulations. 
• Resolving breakdowns, carryout PM’s and work on project / improvement works with a view to minimizing production downtime.
• Carrying out risk assessments with the relevant people and put controls in place to minimise the risk to acceptable levels where reasonably practicable.
• Lock off any dangerous machinery immediately/ or repair and notify.
• Actively seek to undertake PMs on offline machinery where time allows.
• Fully complete PM sheets with all observations, jobs completed and recommendations and file with the Maintenance Planner, whilst always looking at ways of improving to PMs.
• Actively gain as much information as possible from production personnel regarding the fault on the machine to speed up the fault-finding process.
• Ensure engineering log and computer systems are fully filled in with all relevant information including PM numbers, all used parts, plant numbers, urgency of required parts, at the end of each shift. 
• Ensure all communications with external persons are conducted in a professional manner which reflects the company profile.

To be successful in this role we are looking for the right behaviours and competencies as well as a proven track in a similar position.  The ideal candidate will ideally have the following:
 

• HNC, City & Guilds or time served apprentice with appropriate electrical engineering qualifications.
• Experience within a similar role ideally gained within a food manufacturing environment, if not food, experience within any manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Electrically or biased, or multi-skilled.  PLC experience highly desirable.
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems experience highly desirable
• Flexible approach with a positive 'can-do' attitude.
• Experience of SAP highly desirable.

In Kerry we know that sometimes the perfect candidate doesn’t exist, and people can be put off applying for a role if they don’t fit all the requirements. If you are excited about working for us and have the majority of the skills or experience, then please do apply as you could be exactly what we are looking for. 

You'll receive a completive salary and comprehensive benefits package.  You will also be joining a well organised maintenance team with the opportunity to progress and grow your career with global leader in food manufacturing.

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit.  We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us . A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Recruiter: #LI-JP2 
Posting Type: LI 

Requisition ID: 60465
Position Type: FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite

About the Role

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are on the lookout for a Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic Engineering Team at our food crumbing and coating production facility in Gainsborough. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our plant operates at peak efficiency by performing both planned and reactive maintenance on our assets.

This is a permanent, full-time position with a 4-on, 4-off shift schedule, offering you a great work-life balance!

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company, serving the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Every day, we partner with our customers to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products enjoyed by billions around the globe. Join us in our vision to be the most valued partner for our customers, shaping the future of food in a truly global environment.

Our Safety Purpose: “We work together in a caring culture where everybody goes home safe every day.” We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Comply with health and safety policies and regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement controls to minimize risks.
• Lock off dangerous machinery and notify for repairs.
• Resolve breakdowns and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Proactively undertake preventive maintenance on offline machinery.
• Complete PM sheets with observations and recommendations, filing them with the Maintenance Planner.
• Gather information from production personnel to expedite fault-finding.
• Maintain accurate engineering logs and computer systems with relevant information.
• Communicate professionally with external parties, reflecting our company values.

Qualifications and Skills

• HNC, City & Guilds, or time-served apprenticeship with relevant engineering qualifications.
• Experience in a similar role, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Multi-skilled with a strong electrical background.
• Proficient in pneumatics and packaging machinery, with strong fault-finding abilities.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems is a plus.
• A flexible approach with a positive 'can-do' attitude.
• Experience with SAP is advantageous.

Working Conditions

This role operates on a 4-on, 4-off shift basis, providing you with a structured yet flexible work schedule.

Benefits and Growth Opportunities

At Kerry, we believe in investing in our people. You will have access to:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Join us at Kerry and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the world of food and nutrition!

Maintenance Technician

Location: Grimsby

Shifts: 4 on 4 off pattern, 2 Days and 2 Nights, 6AM-6PM or 6PM-6AM

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package

About Us

Join 2 Sisters Food Group , one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites.

Our Recipe Dish site in Grimsby, a state-of-the-art CIP plant producing premium quality chilled soups and sauces. The site currently employs around 200 people, whilst turning over £30 million. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we couldn't do it without our team. It is a team where everyone counts where we empower you with trust and give you the freedom to deliver. In everything, we do what we say and accept accountability which allows our customers to trust us to create great tasting, innovative and quality meal solutions.

Role Overview:

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance on manufacturing machinery and equipment
• Support mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance activities as required
• Work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Collaborate closely with the Engineering Team and report to the Engineering Manager
• Contribute to continuous improvement of equipment reliability and production efficiency

About you:

We are seeking a proactive and motivated individual with a minimum of an NVQ Level 3 in either mechanical or electrical engineering who is ready to take the next step in their career.

We welcome candidates with a background in manufacturing who are eager for a new challenge and have experience in both planned and reactive maintenance roles.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to root cause analysis and problem-solving, possess excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues at all levels, and be a true team player who is keen to learn from others, share knowledge and support the wider team.

Benefits

• Refer a friend scheme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year
• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family. (Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner and Burger & Cocktails
• Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.

#meals01

Maintenance Technician

Location: Coupar Angus Site, Perth Scotland

Shifts: 4 on 4 off pattern, 2 Days and 2 Nights, 8AM-8PM or 8PM-8AM

Salary: £49,785.96 + Excellent Benefits Package + Training and Qualifications + Overtime

About Us

Join 2 Sisters Food Group , one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites.

Coupar Angus is a poultry processing site that produces and packs whole birds and cut portions for major retailers in Scotland. With 1,000 colleagues on site, it is one of the biggest employers in the area.

Role Overview:

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance on manufacturing machinery and equipment
• Support mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance activities as required
• Work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Collaborate closely with the Engineering Team and report to the Engineering Manager
• Contribute to continuous improvement of equipment reliability and production efficiency

About you:

We are seeking a proactive and motivated individual with a minimum of an NVQ Level 3 in either mechanical or electrical engineering who is ready to take the next step in their career.

We welcome candidates with a background in manufacturing who are eager for a new challenge and have experience in both planned and reactive maintenance roles.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to root cause analysis and problem-solving, possess excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues at all levels, and be a true team player who is keen to learn from others, share knowledge and support the wider team.

Benefits

• Refer a friend scheme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year
• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family. (Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner and Burger & Cocktails
• Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasize promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.

#poultry01

Maintenance Technician

Location: West Bromwich

£49,000+ Excellent Company Benefits Package + Work Life Balance

About Us

Joining 2 Sisters means becoming part of the UK's largest food manufacturer, with a £3 billion+ turnover and over 13,500 employees. At our UKP Site D facility, we are driving significant changes in our engineering operations, focusing on efficiency, continuous improvement, and equipment reliability.

About the Role

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll ensure equipment runs efficiently through reactive and preventative maintenance. You'll minimize downtime, support continuous improvement projects, and maintain safety and food standards while working closely with colleagues across the site.

Key Responsibilities
* Respond swiftly to breakdowns and minimise downtime
* Perform planned preventative maintenance on production and site assets
* Fault-find and carry out root cause analysis
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food safety standards
* Support site improvement projects and maintain organised engineering areas

About You

This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. If you have a mix of electrical and mechanical skills and a passion for problem-solving, we'd love to hear from you. Previous experience in FMCG or food manufacturing is helpful, but we're open to candidates keen to develop their skills further.

Key Skills
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical or electrical discipline
* Fault-finding and problem-solving skills
* Familiarity with preventative maintenance and continuous improvement
* Experience in FMCG or fast-paced environments (food manufacturing preferred but not essential)
* 18th Edition Electrical Certificate is advantageous

Working Hours

* 4 on 4 off shift pattern, 6am-6pm & 6pm-6am

Benefits

* Stable work environment with continuous site investment and training opportunities
* Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid
* Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% off at Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner, and Burger & Cocktails
* Cycle2Work Scheme
* Be part of a team driving radical changes in the engineering department

#Why Join Us?

This is an exciting time to join the Site D engineering team. You'll work in a fast-paced environment with plenty of opportunities for development, focusing on both reactive challenges and preventative maintenance to ensure long-term success.

#poultry01

Maintenance Technician – £50,400 – Derby

Benefits include: Annual bonus, paid overtime, 18% total pension contribution (6% employee / 12% employer), life assurance, private healthcare, excellent company car scheme, 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays with the opportunity to earn an additional 39 holiday hours, and more.
Shift Pattern: 3-shift rotation (Earlies, Lates, Nights / Days & Nights rotation)

Why join this company?

Our client is entering a major phase of growth as they prepare to launch a brand-new vehicle platform in 2026. With significant investment planned across their Engineering and Maintenance functions, this is a rare opportunity to join one of the UK’s most advanced manufacturing sites at a time of major expansion.

• New model launch planned for 2026 – excellent long-term security & investment
• World-class training – Gain multi-skilled development including PLC programming
• Outstanding culture – High employee engagement and long service across the team
• Cutting-edge technology & continuous improvement mindset
• Trust & empowerment from day one

About the company

Based in Derbyshire, this is a flagship UK manufacturing plant operating to true world-class standards. The site employs over 2,000 people and is structured across five major production areas — Press, Body, Paint, Plastics, and Assembly — offering a wide variety of engineering challenges.

With a turnover in the billions and a reputation for innovation, the site is recognised internationally for its use of advanced automation, lean methodologies, and continuous improvement culture.

About the role

As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability across high-volume production lines. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for:

• Completing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime
• Fault finding and problem-solving using mechanical, electrical and PLC diagnostic methods
• Driving improvements to machine reliability
• Supporting CI initiatives and project-based engineering work

About you

You’ll be the kind of engineer who takes pride in doing a job properly and enjoys solving problems on the shop floor.

• Multiskilled with either mechanical or electrical bias
• Currently working as a Maintenance Technician / Engineer within manufacturing
•  Apprentice trained & NVQ Level 3 qualified
•  Comfortable working shifts and supporting overtime when required

The Benefits

You’ll be joining a company that genuinely invests in its people. Whether you want to deepen your technical skills or work your way into senior roles, you’ll be given responsibility, autonomy and access to structured development pathways.

Interested?
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ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and Engineering recruitment across permanent and contract roles. For more opportunities like this, visit our website.

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Temporary Maintenance Technician/Handyman, £15.50ph + Hol pay paid weekly!

Leicester LE2, Tools provided, no driving required.

This is a hands-on position within a student accommodation team, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.

What you'll do:

• Reactive maintenance in occupied rooms
• Repairs to building fabric, including painting and general upkeep
• Plumbing fixes: toilets, sinks, showers
• Furniture and lock repairs
• Lightbulb replacements and descaling
• Communal area upkeep and refuse management
• Regular PPM (Planned Preventive Maintenance) checks
• Prompt issue reporting and proactive standards upkeep

What you'll bring

• Experience in maintenance, caretaking, or handyman roles
• Skilled in general repairs and building fabric work
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Physically fit and adaptable
• Health & Safety aware
• Ready to start immediately

This is an immediate start for a minimum of 4 weeks! Apply now!

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