Repair Technician in Blackburn

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.