Maintenance Technician

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician (Electrical & Mechanical) Are you looking to work in a fantastic and quality-driven manufacturing environment? If so, you can grow your skills as we place you on assignment at…

Pay rate £21.89 – £27.80/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 25 September 2026

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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician (Electrical & Mechanical)

Are you looking to work in a fantastic and quality-driven manufacturing environment? If so, you can grow your skills as we place you on assignment at Caterpillar. Our client is a household name in the industry and is seeking a multi-skilled Maintenance Technician (Electrical & Mechanical) to work in their factory in Stockton-on-Tees. They offer an award-winning working environment with plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and possibly be rewarded with a permanent contract.

Working Conditions & Compensation:

Location: Stockton-on-Tees TS183SD
Contract Type: Temp ongoing with the possibility of becoming permanent.Schedule: 36-hour average on a 3-shift rotation:

Days: 6:45 am - 3:00 pm (Mon-Thu); 6:45 am - 12:45 pm (Fri)
Backs: 2:45 pm - 11:00 pm (Mon-Thu); 10:45 am - 4:45 pm (Fri)
Nights: 10:45 pm - 7:00 am (Mon-Thu); 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm (Fri)
Salary:
Days: £21.89/h
Backs: £26.27/h
Nights: £27.80/h
Overtime: 1.5x on Saturdays; 2x on Sundays.

Responsibilities:

Perform continual development and operation of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules.
Ensure all building structures, machines, and equipment are well-maintained, in safe working order, and operational to minimize downtime.
Carry out scheduled work and improvement projects promptly to reduce productivity loss.
Repair and maintain all existing machines, jigs, fixtures, Lasers, and CNC machinery to ensure high-quality standards and repeatability.
Collaborate with both mechanical and electrical contractors on-site under permit control.
Develop work procedures and standards for electrical and mechanical systems.
Respond to machinery breakdowns and log production issues for future reference.
Support the Technical Resources Services Department in an advisory capacity during the installation of new equipment.

Qualifications:

Electrically biased with a strong mechanical understanding.
Experience with Robotics (preferably ABB); ability to understand basic control functions, recover, and re-teach small sections of programs is highly advantageous.
Understanding of software/code (TIA Portal) and ability to use this skill set in a fault-finding setting.
Knowledge of machine shop equipment related to jigs, tools, and production assets.
Solid technical knowledge in the maintenance of processes, equipment, and fittings.
Excellent problem-solving skills to identify production issues and execute precise diagnostic repairs.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively within a team.

Company Description:

Caterpillar is a household name in the manufacturing industry, renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. Based in Stockton-on-Tees, they provide an award-winning work environment where technicians are valued for their expertise and contribution to high-tech production processes. Join a small, collaborative team and help maintain the machinery that powers global industry.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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