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Mechanical Maintenance Technician 6510

Mechanical Maintenance Technician 6510

Location: Bridgwater
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £12.75 – £13.26 per hour (dependent on experience)

Key Responsibilities of a Mechanical Maintenance Technician

  • Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across all site machinery and infrastructure

  • Respond rapidly to equipment breakdowns and implement effective solutions

  • Support operations by resolving mechanical issues impacting production efficiency

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reliability and resolve complex faults

  • Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and site procedures

  • Complete actions from the Corrective Action Report (CAR) system

  • Communicate maintenance plans and machine handovers with relevant departments

  • Assist with commissioning, upgrades, and configuration of machinery and facilities

  • Maintain detailed records of work completed, parts used, and fault analysis

  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site

Key Skills of a Mechanical Maintenance Technician

  • Time-served apprenticeship with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in engineering

  • Experience in machine and facilities maintenance within manufacturing

  • Proficient in fault finding and root cause analysis

  • PC literate; experience with maintenance systems (e.g., CMMS)

  • Effective communicator with strong problem-solving ability

  • Able to work independently and as part of a team

  • Familiarity with safe working practices, equipment design, and build

  • Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier or partner sites if required

  • Flexible, proactive, and accountable with strong initiative

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to max.gomer@first-base.co.uk or call Max Gomer on 01453 755330.

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Location

Bridgwater, Somerset
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