Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £36,611 - £43,000 (plus 20% Shift Allowance)
Hours: Two-shift pattern (Shift 1: 2:00pm–10:30pm / Shift 2: 5:45am–2:00pm)
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
Komatsu UK is a leading global manufacturer with a strong international presence and a major production site in the North East. They have a rare opportunity for a talented Maintenance Technician to join their team in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and technically challenging environment.

ABOUT YOU – MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

We’re looking for candidates with proven experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.

Essential Requirements:

• ONC, BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance or Engineering
• Experience with industrial equipment maintenance

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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £36,611.00-£51,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Canteen
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In perso

• Attend equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults, and suggest improvements
• Complete planned maintenance tasks in line with the PPM schedule
• Support new equipment installations and commissioning
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and complies with Health & Safety regulation