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Job Title


Maintenance Technician


Company : Meridian Business Support


Location : Exeter, South West


Created : 2026-04-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

MaintenanceTechnician(Mech or Elec)All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying. The Company: Are you an experienced MaintenanceEngineerorMaintenance Technician with either Electrical or Mechanical or Multiskilled skill? In this 3 shift role (combining earlies, lates and nights) you will be responsible for the dailymaintenanceandrepair(preventative and emergency) of a wide range ofproduction and engineering machinery.You will work as part of a well established team ofMaintenance Techniciansand report into a Maintenance Manager. Job Responsibilities:Minimise production downtime by trouble shooting breakdowns and preventing reoccurrences.Work with electrical and mechanical drawings and documentation undertake fault finding and modification of plant and equipment.Use a Maintenance Management System carry out preventative/ planned maintenance work.Contribute to improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment reliability and reducing recurring issues.Maintain a clean and safe working environment adhering to all EHS Company policies.Continuously enhance job knowledge through training and development opportunities.Perform electrical and mechanical work, including fabrication, welding and some minor electrical installation work as required.Requirements:Successful completion of a time-served apprenticeship with a minimum level 3 qualification, BTEC/City and Guilds or equivalent.Demonstrated multiskilled proficiency in industrial electrical AND/ORmechanical systems, including pneumatic/hydraulic systems,fabrication,and welding.Proven competency in reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical diagrams as well as troubleshooting control panels.Ability to pass medical which includes assessments for working at height and in confined spaces.Computer literacy and familiarity with office software applications.Resilient,resourceful approach,with sound judgment and decision-making skills. xjdpvnf Proactive work ethic,strong initiative,and the ability to operate independently within a shift team environment.Pay and Hours: Working across a 3 shift pattern - 3 shifts (earlies, lates and nights), attracting a salary of 42000 (with paid overtime available at 26-27phr)Funded opportunities to study production and engineering qualifications 25 days annual holiday + bank holidays Contributory pension Health care cash back plan Life insuranceCompany bonusMeridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy