Maintenance Technician

We at Siamo Recruitment are delighted to offer an exceptional opportunity to join one of Cirencester's premier engineering firms, a distinguished leader in the manufacturing sector. For decades, our client has been one Cirencester’s largest engineering companies, earning an excellent reputation for employee welfare, retention, and rewarding incentive programs.

As the company continues to expand, they are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to play a pivotal role within their growing team. We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic individual who demonstrates a genuine interest in the company's operations, the wider industry, and the innovative products they manufacture.

With a comprehensive benefits package and a proven commitment to employee development, this position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals eager to advance their careers with a globally recognized engineering brand.

Benefits as a Maintenance Technician:

• Robust profit-sharing scheme.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• 34 days of paid leave annually, including bank holidays.
• Complimentary on-site parking.
• Competitive contributory pension scheme.
• Death in service benefits.
• Fuel allowance (subject to location).
• Access to industry-leading training and professional development programs.

Key responsibilities as a Maintenance Technician:

• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on a diverse array of machinery, including bespoke equipment.
• Adhere to pre-established maintenance schedules, ensuring the consistent upkeep of parts to minimize breakdowns and prevent major operational disruptions.
• Collaborate with technicians and production teams to enhance and develop maintenance schedules that ensure efficient workflow.
• Provide detailed reports to the Engineering Manager on equipment failures, including root causes, key concerns, and remedial actions.
• Complete all necessary documentation and maintenance logs following task completion.
• Operate machinery such as lathes, mills, grinders, and other tools for the fabrication of parts as required.
• Accurately interpret technical drawings when necessary.
• Assist in the installation of new tools and machinery as required.
• Contribute to general site maintenance and operational efficiency.

The ideal Maintenance Technician will:

• Demonstrate experience in mechanical engineering, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Have strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and circuits.
• Possess the ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Be well show previous exposure working with fine tolerances.
• Offer a basic understanding of engineering principles. Any electronic engineering knowledge would be a distinct advantage.
• Have a full UK driving license.