Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician



Sheffield



Up to £22.42/hr + 17% Shift Premium (3 Shifts, 37.5 hrs/week)



We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a leading manufacturing business in Sheffield. Working across 3 shifts, you’ll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of production machinery in a busy forging environment.



The Role



* Carry out reactive and preventative maintenance across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems



* Diagnose faults, replace/repair parts, and make necessary adjustments to minimise downtime



* Support equipment installations and basic facility repairs (electrical, water, air)



* Use hand and power tools, meters, and lifting equipment safely and effectively



* Work proactively to identify improvements and ensure compliance with health and safety standards



About You



* Time-served/apprentice-trained Maintenance Technician (electrical or mechanical bias)



* Proven experience in a manufacturing or heavy engineering environment (forging experience ideal)



* Fabrication experience is preferable.



* Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and fault finding on control systems



* Able to read and interpret technical drawings



* Adaptable, hands-on, and systematic in approach to problem solving



What’s on Offer



* Rate: Up to £22.42 per hour (plus 17% shift premium)



* Hours: 37.5 hours per week – 3-shift rotation