PLANT AND TOOLING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

PLANT AND TOOLING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

MJ Quinn Knowsley, England, United Kingdom

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our team. The Plant and Tooling Maintenance Technician works as part of a small, hands-on team responsible for inspecting, testing, repairing, and preparing tooling and plant equipment. This includes items such as splicers, Honeywell test units, hydraulic power packs, breakers, saws, and confined space entry kits. The role involves diagnosing faults, performing basic repairs, completing safety checks, and ensuring that all equipment meets company standards before being issued to engineers.

Duties

• Inspect, test, and repair a variety of tools, splicers, and plant equipment.
• Prepare and issue equipment kits for engineer deployments (FTTP, copper, civils, and recovery).
• Carry out PAT testing, calibration, and functional checks on all equipment.
• Diagnose faults and complete basic mechanical or electrical repairs.
• Quarantine and process faulty or damaged items, sending away for external repair where necessary.
• Keep accurate maintenance, testing, and asset records.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment.
• Support deployment and logistics teams to ensure smooth engineer kit preparation.
• Work flexibly to meet changing day-to-day workshop requirements.
• Always follow all company health and safety procedures.

Skills

• Basic fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
• Competent use of hand tools and small power tools.
• PAT testing and calibration awareness.
• Understanding of safety and inspection processes.
• Ability to complete accurate service and repair records.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and takes pride in quality work.
• Reliable and flexible with a positive attitude.
• Works well independently and within a small team.
• Good communication with colleagues and engineers.
• Adaptable to changing tasks and priorities.
• Safety-conscious and organised.

Experience

• Practical experience using or maintaining tools, plant, or equipment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Ability to work safely with hand tools and testing equipment.
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn new skills.
• Experience working in a workshop, engineering, or maintenance environment (desirable but not essential).

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical or electrical maintenance qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) – preferred but not essential.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• PAT Testing or small plant inspection training – advantageous but can be provided.
• Health & Safety and Manual Handling training (provided by company).
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and development

MJ Quinn’s are committed to promoting an environment that values diversity. All staff are responsible for ensuring that all employees, customers, suppliers, and visitors are treated equally and fairly and not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnerships, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of their background, disability or gender and is committed to creating a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.