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JMB84 - Repair Technician

Location:
Blackburn 

Salary:
£30,000–£35,000 per annum

Working Routine: 
Mon-Fri ( 7:00 am–4:30 pm ) 

Benefits:
Annual bonus of up to 5% for eligible employees

Overview:
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Repair Technician ( PLC's) on behalf of our client.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual to join an established engineering business, working with a range of industrial automation equipment and electronic components.

The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, testing, fault-finding, repairing and refurbishing equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, drives and other industrial control systems.

Our client welcomes applications from ex-military personnel, particularly those with backgrounds in engineering, electronics, electrical maintenance or technical trades.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Inspect, test and repair industrial electrical and electronic equipment.
  • Diagnose faults and troubleshoot automation components.
  • Clean, service and refurbish equipment, replacing faulty or worn components where required.
  • Work with PLCs, HMIs, inverters, drives and other control systems.
  • Use diagnostic equipment, including multimeters and oscilloscopes.
  • Develop soldering and component replacement skills.
  • Follow technical drawings, testing procedures and quality standards.
  • Maintain accurate repair records and comply with health and safety requirements.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Genuine interest in engineering, electronics or electrical systems.
  • Strong attention to detail and practical problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to follow technical instructions and established procedures.
  • Confidence using hand tools and a willingness to learn.
  • Previous experience in engineering, maintenance, electronics or equipment repair is advantageous.
  • An electrical or electronic engineering qualification would be beneficial.

Benefits:

  • £30,000–£35,000 salary, depending on experience.
  • Annual bonus of up to 5% for eligible employees.
  • On-the-job training and technical development.
  • Opportunity to develop specialist skills in industrial automation and electronics.

Why Apply?
An excellent opportunity to transfer existing technical skills into a civilian engineering career, with further training and development available within an established business.

Our client is particularly keen to hear from ex-military personnel; however, all suitably qualified candidates will be given due consideration.

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1 Wilkinson Road
Love Lane Industrial Estate
Cirencester
GL7 1YT

01285 654566
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