At a Glance
- Tasks: Repair and maintain CNC machines in a dynamic aerospace environment.
- Company: Join Moog, a leader in aerospace innovation with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, 33 days leave, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Flexible shift patterns and excellent career growth opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make an impact in aerospace while developing your skills with full training.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in CNC maintenance; vocational engineering qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 34650 - 42350 £ per year.
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Moog Aircraft Group is seeking a skilled CNC Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance team in Tewkesbury on a 2-weekly rotating AM/PM shift pattern, with shift allowance added to basic pay. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for the repair and preventative maintenance of CNC, mechanical, and electrical machine tools that support our advanced aerospace manufacturing and test operations. You will work closely with the Maintenance Team Lead and collaborate with fellow technicians to ensure production-critical systems operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with quality standards. Training is provided on our specific machine models. What matters most is that you have solid maintenance experience and the right technical background; we will help you master our equipment.
What You Will Be Responsible For
- Delivering preventative maintenance and repair support for CNC machine tools and related equipment; providing backup support for test systems
- Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and control faults on CNC machinery
- Ensuring all repairs meet internal and external audit standards, leaving equipment calibrated and production-ready
- Managing parts procurement and inventory for timely, cost-effective maintenance
- Maintaining accurate risk assessments and adhering strictly to health and safety protocols
- Participating in 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
- Supporting a site with over 150 test systems, managing up to 10 concurrent support activities
What You Will Bring
- Vocational qualification in engineering
- 5+ years' hands-on experience in hydraulic, mechanical, mechatronic, or CNC machine maintenance roles
- Proven experience diagnosing and repairing CNC machine tools and controls
- Understanding of electronic circuits, CNC systems, and fault-finding procedures
- Knowledge of robotics is advantageous but not essential
- A proactive, reliable approach with high personal standards
- Strong team working skills and clear communication ability
- Please note: prior experience with our specific machine brands (Mazak, Star, Okuma) is not required. If you have strong CNC maintenance fundamentals, we will provide full training on our specific machines and systems.
Shift Pattern
2-Weekly Rotating AM/PM Shift + Shift Allowance
AM Shift: Monday to Thursday: 6:00am to 2:15pm 15-minute paid break and 15-minute unpaid break, Friday: 6:15am to 11:45am 20-minute paid break
PM Shift: Monday and Tuesday: 2:00pm to 9:15pm 20-minute paid break, Wednesday and Thursday: 2:00pm to 9:30pm 20-minute paid break, Friday: 11:30am to 7:30pm 20-minute paid break
What We Offer
- Shift allowance for rotating AM/PM shift pattern
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
- Company pension contribution from 6% and generous life assurance
- Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging and gym facilities
- Full training provided on our machine systems
- Structured career development and progression opportunities
We review applications on an ongoing basis. This vacancy will close as soon as we appoint the right candidate, so we recommend applying as soon as possible.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.
Manufacturing and Maintenance Technician (Contract) in Gloucester employer: Moog UK
Moog is an exceptional employer located in Wolverhampton, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a Manufacturing Engineering Team Lead, you will benefit from extensive career progression opportunities, a comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package, and a supportive culture that prioritises personal and professional growth. Join us to lead a talented team while implementing lean processes and driving continuous improvement in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.
