An opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Technician to join a well-established manufacturing client based in Hereford. This role will be on a full-time permanent bases supporting the ongoing maintenance and reliability of site machinery and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and safe, efficient operations across the production facility.

What you can expect:

• Annual salary of £38,650
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• On-site parking
• Monday to Friday on a rotational shift pattern of mornings and afternoons (6am-2pm & 2pm-10pm)

 What you will be doing:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across plant and equipment
• Responding quickly and effectively to breakdowns to minimise production downtime
• Diagnosing and repairing both mechanical and electrical faults
• Conducting routine inspections to ensure equipment is operating efficiently
• Maintaining a safe working condition of all process equipment
• Supporting installation of mechanical and electrical equipment
• Managing spare parts and maintaining stock levels of key components
• Scheduling maintenance activities and repairs
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Supporting general site maintenance and building upkeep
• Assisting with contractor control and on-site works
• Producing costed lists for planned maintenance or improvement work
• Ensuring high standards of housekeeping within the maintenance function

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience within a maintenance or engineering environment
• Strong knowledge of process or production equipment
• Electrical and mechanical fault-finding capability
• Electrical qualifications (City & Guilds or equivalent) desirable
• Formal engineering or maintenance qualification advantageous
• Experience within plastics or PVC manufacturing would be beneficial
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to maintenance