Maintenance Technician in Lisburn

Maintenance Technician Lisburn | Permanent | £51,000 Excellent Benefits A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a leading FMCG manufacturing operation in Lisburn. This is an excellent opportunity for a time-served Electrical, Automation or Mechatronics Engineer to join a high-performing team, working on a range of PLC-controlled production and packaging equipment within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. With a competitive salary, excellent overtime rates, up to 10% employer pension contribution and plenty of opportunities for progression, this is a role offering both strong earning potential and long-term career development. The Role As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a key role in keeping production running efficiently by diagnosing faults, carrying out preventative maintenance and improving the reliability of plant and equipment. Your responsibilities will include: Diagnosing and resolving equipment breakdowns to minimise production downtime. Carrying out corrective and preventative maintenance on PLC-controlled production machinery, packaging equipment and associated systems. Inspecting equipment and identifying potential issues before they impact production. Supporting the installation and commissioning of new equipment. Reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings. Troubleshooting control systems and carrying out detailed fault-finding and root cause analysis. Providing technical expertise to improve plant reliability, performance and efficiency. Maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities using the Mobile Maintenance Management System. Updating maintenance records, job plans and technical documentation. Working closely with Production, Quality and Engineering teams to support smooth day-to-day operations. Ensuring all work is completed in line with company policies, health & safety standards and statutory requirements. About You You will ideally have: A minimum of 4 GCSEs including English and Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent. A recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Electrical, Automation or Mechatronics Engineering. At least 3 years' experience within FMCG, food or beverage manufacturing. Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills. Experience working with PLC-controlled machinery and control systems. The ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings. Strong understanding of maintenance, troubleshooting and root cause analysis. A strong commitment to health and safety. The ability to work effectively across Production, Quality and Engineering functions. Shift Pattern The role operates on a 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights rotation, with plenty of rest time built into the shift pattern. This role also offers excellent overtime rates, providing the opportunity to significantly increase your earnings. Package & Benefits £51,000 basic salary Excellent overtime rates Up to 10% employer pension contribution Staff discount 6 weeks' paternity leave 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights shift pattern Plenty of rest time between shifts Excellent opportunities for career progression Long-term development opportunities within a major manufacturing environment This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Maintenance Technician who wants to join a well-established operation, work with modern production and automation equipment, and build a long-term career with plenty of scope for progression. To apply, please submit your CV or contact for a confidential discussion about the opportunity. INDKY Skills: MAINTENANCE ENGINEER ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL MANUFACTURING PRODUCTION FMCG Benefits: Great Benefits Package ADZN1_NI41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15