Maintenance Technician in Cheltenham

Maintenance Technician

Location: Bolton, Manchester, UK

Type: Full-time

Salary: £38,500

Role Overview

We’re looking for a proactive Maintenance Technician to join a high-volume manufacturing environment. You’ll ensure production lines and machinery operate at maximum efficiency, carrying out preventative maintenance, managing breakdowns, and performing fault-finding on mechanical, electrical, and robotic equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PLC-controlled production equipment
• Plan and perform preventative maintenance on machinery
• Improve and modify assembly/test equipment and transfer systems
• Maintain electrical and mechanical site services/plant
• Support the installation of new equipment
• Identify and suggest process improvements based on maintenance and fault findings

Key Requirements

• ONC/HNC or equivalent in Mechanical/Electrical; City & Guilds 3, NVQ 2 & 3, or Time Served Apprenticeship
• 2+ years’ experience in high-volume manufacturing
• Experience in repair, maintenance, and process improvement
• Skilled in fault finding on PLC-controlled and robotic equipment
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatic systems
• Experience in fitting, fabrication, and machining is a plus
• Ability to work independently and exercise initiative
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organisation, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities
• Understanding of preventative maintenance schedules and safe engineering practices

Skills & Competencies

• Logical approach to diagnosing equipment faults
• Self-supervising while collaborating with production teams
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously
• Commitment to Health & Safety and safe engineering practices

This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic, technical environment with opportunities for skill development and hands-on experience across mechanical, electrical, and robotic systems.