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 A leading global manufacturer with a strong international presence and a major production site in the North East is seeking 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 the Company This prestigious company is renowned for its commitment to employee development and offers an exceptional working environment. Contributory company pension scheme Life assurance (4x basic salary) Private medical insurance (company-paid for employee) 26 days holiday + 5 accrued days + statutory holidays (some fixed shutdown periods) Subsidised canteen, on-site gym, employee uniform About the Maintenance Technician Position As a Maintenance Technician, you ll be responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance across a wide range of manufacturing equipment including robots, CNC machines, overhead cranes (OHCs), and paint plant. Key Responsibilities: 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 and Safety regulations About Y