Maintenance Technician Competitive salary with shift allowance3 shift pattern (mornings/afternoons/nights)2 shift pattern (mornings/afternoons)Monday - FridayWallsendWe are seeking Maintenance Technicians, with either an electrical or mechanical bias, to ensure the reliability and availability of plant and machinery. This role is key in minimising downtime through effective planned and reactive maintenance, SMED activities and continuous improvement projects, while maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.Key Responsibilities:Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to keep machinery running efficiently.Assist with process setup and participate in SMED activities to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.Work closely with production teams to ensure smooth operations and maximum equipment availability.Actively support continuous improvement initiatives and promote best operational practices.Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant legislation, including Health and Safety, Quality, Environment, HSE, COSHH and ISO 14001.Coordinate audits, review SOPs and champion best practices in health, safety and quality.Contribute to project work and provide support to other sites when required.Skills and Competencies:Qualifications: City and Guilds or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.Ability to set up and adjust machines and processes using SMED.Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, including basic PLC programming and ..... full job details .....