Maintenance Technician

Job summary

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Electrical Bias) Location: Hinckley Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour Contract: Ongoing Temporary Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:30am – 4:00pm | Friday 7:30am – 12:30pm We are currently recruiting for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Technician to join a well-established automotive manufacturer. This is an ongoing temporary position offering stable hours and the opportunity to work across a wide range of specialist machinery and equipment. The Role This is a varied, hands-on maintenance position where no two days are the same. You will play a key role in keeping production running smoothly by carrying out both reactive and planned maintenance across the site. While this role has a strong electrical bias (ideally suited to someone who has trained as an electrician), you will also be expected to assist with mechanical repairs and general site maintenance tasks. Key Responsibilities •    Electrical fault finding, repair and installation work •    Maintenance and repair of production machinery including presses, CNC machines, sewing machinery and upholstery equipment •    Mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting •    General site maintenance including plumbing and basic carpentry tasks •    Supporting planned preventative maintenance schedules •    Working closely with the site team to resolve breakdowns efficiently •    Contributing ideas for continuous improvement •    Working independently when required and taking ownership of tasks About You •    Electrical background essential – ideally apprenticeship-trained electrician •    Experience in manufacturing or industrial maintenance preferred •    Comfortable working on a variety of machinery and mechanical systems •    Willing to turn your hand to general maintenance tasks beyond your core trade •    Proactive, practical and solution-focused •    Able to work both independently and as part of a small team •    Good communication skills and a collaborative approach What’s on Offer •    £14.00 per hour •    Ongoing temporary contract •    Early finish every Friday •    Opportunity to work within a diverse and dynamic manufacturing environment •    Exposure to both automotive and aerospace production equipment If you’re a hands-on maintenance professional with strong electrical skills and a flexible, team-focused approach, we’d love to hear from you.