Ashton Recruitment requires a Maintenance Technician for our client based in Moira. The successful candidate will have expertise in both electrical systems and mechanical equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal production efficiency. Position: Maintenance Technician Location: Moira, Northern Ireland Duration: Permanent Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum Hours of Work: Full-Time 08:30 to 17:00 Monday to Friday Duties will include (but not be limited to): Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on all electrical systems, production machinery, and equipment within the facility. Troubleshoot and resolve both electrical and mechanical issues on production machinery, including conveyors, mixers, packaging machines, and other equipment. Install, maintain, and repair electrical components. Conduct preventative maintenance and ensure that all machinery is operating according to manufacturer guidelines and production needs. Oversee machine modifications and upgrades to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety. Liaise with external technicians and contractors when specialised support or repairs are needed, coordinating their work to minimise production disruptions. Keep detailed records of all maintenance activities, including repairs, modifications, and preventative maintenance. Essential Criteria: Qualified Electrician with a recognized electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent). Additional certifications in mechanical maintenance, multi-skilled engineering, or a related discipline. Proven experience as an electrician in an industrial or manufacturing environment, preferably within the food production sector. Experience in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of production machinery and equipment. Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills for both electrical and mechanical issues. Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical diagrams, technical drawings, and schematics. Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple maintenance tasks and prioritise work efficiently. Desirable Criteria: Familiarity with working alongside external contractors and technicians for more complex maintenance tasks or specialised machinery support. Experience with control panels, and automated machinery is highly desirable. Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external service providers. Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency