At a Glance
- Tasks: Support maintenance team with machinery upkeep and routine checks.
- Company: Established manufacturing company in Peterlee with a focus on career growth.
- Benefits: £13.00 per hour, full training, paid breaks, and excellent progression opportunities.
- Other info: Long-term career prospects in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your engineering career and learn from experienced professionals.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing or engineering, positive attitude, and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 £ per hour.
We have an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Operative to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Peterlee. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within engineering and maintenance. The role would suit someone with experience working in a manufacturing environment, or someone who has recently completed an engineering course and is looking to develop their skills.
Working alongside an experienced maintenance team, you will support the day-to-day upkeep of production machinery by carrying out routine checks, preparing equipment and materials for maintenance tasks, and ensuring technicians have everything they need to complete planned work. Full training will be provided, with genuine opportunities to progress into a Maintenance Technician role.
The Role
- Supporting the maintenance team with planned maintenance activities
- Preparing parts, tools and materials ready for maintenance tasks
- Carrying out routine visual checks on machinery
- Checking machine components including knives, motors and other mechanical parts
- Carrying out basic lubrication checks and topping up oils and greases where required
- Monitoring stock levels of maintenance consumables and spare parts
- Assisting Maintenance Technicians with planned maintenance work
- Cleaning and maintaining machinery and equipment
- Identifying and reporting any defects or potential issues
- Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with company procedures
Essential Requirements
- Experience working within a manufacturing, production or engineering environment
- Good mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn
- Reliable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to work the required shift pattern
- Own transport or the ability to travel to site for the required shift times
Desirable Experience
- Engineering qualification (Level 1 or above)
- Experience carrying out basic mechanical checks
- Previous machine operating or maintenance experience
- Recently completed an engineering or mechanical course
What's on Offer?
- £13.00 per hour
- Full training provided
- Monday to Friday training shift (10.00am - 6.00pm)
- Permanent Monday to Friday back shift (2:00pm - 10:00pm) after training
- Excellent opportunities to progress
- Long-term career with a successful manufacturing business
- Paid breaks
Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts, unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you do not hear from us within 10 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will, however, keep your details on file and may contact you regarding other suitable opportunities in the future.
Maintenance Operative employer: Kes Solutions
Join a dynamic team in Newton Aycliffe as a Process Operator, where you will be part of a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and environmental responsibility. The company offers competitive shift patterns, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in chemical manufacturing. With a focus on employee development and a collaborative environment, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to contribute to essential operations while advancing your career.
