Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician

Cummins West Africa Limited


Date: 7 hours ago
City: Darlington
Contract type: Full time
Description

We are looking for a talented Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician to be part of our Manufacturing team within the DTO Product Development Business Unit in Darlington, County Durham, UK.

Permanent position!

Shift Pattern

Training shifts (6-months) rotating on a weekly basis, 37.5-hour week:

  • Monday - Friday 6.00am - 2.00pm
  • Monday - Friday 2.00pm - 10.00pm

Weekend shifts working days 7:00am – 7:00pm and nights 7:00pm – 7:00am on a rotating 4-week cycle:

  • Fri/Sat/Sun Days
  • Fri/Sat/Sun Nights
  • Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon Days
  • Fri/Sat/Sun Nights

The salary for the role is between £31,501.00 - £38,500.00 depending on skills and experience plus shift allowance.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Proactively maintain and repair a wide range of equipment, keeping operations running smoothly across multiple facility areas.
  • Maximize machinery uptime by ensuring process capability and reliability.
  • Operate and optimize Development Test Cells for peak performance, supporting the latest innovations.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and preventing potential issues before they happen.
  • Enhance safety and quality standards by ensuring all equipment operates safely and efficiently.
  • Show your flexibility by adapting to a dynamic rotating shift schedule, supporting 24/7 operations.

Education / Experience

  • Technical expertise: Hands-on experience troubleshooting, assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining mechanical systems with the right tools to keep equipment at its best.
  • Problem-solving skills: Critical thinking to assess risks, prioritize tasks, and make decisions that improve productivity.
  • Strong communication: Ability to work effectively with team members, suppliers, and external partners to resolve issues swiftly.
  • Independent working style: Confident in working safely with electrical and energy systems, managing your own workload, and responding rapidly to breakdowns.

Responsibilities

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

You will respond to test cell breakdowns, ensuring all equipment is operational to support ongoing engine testing and development. Working independently, you’ll prioritize tasks, support maintenance activities, and contribute to a safe, efficient working environment. Your proactive approach will help keep our operations at the forefront of innovation.

  • Maintain and support Test Cell Equipment, ensuring readiness for testing cycles.
  • Respond swiftly to breakdowns, minimizing downtime.
  • Collaborate with teams to optimize engine test operations.
  • Manage parts ordering, working with suppliers to secure quick delivery at the best price.
  • Always prioritize safety, assessing risks before starting repairs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • HNC qualification in a relevant field.
  • NVQ Level 3 or City and Guilds 2365 Level 3.
  • City and Guilds 2382-15 18th Edition.

At Cummins, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or any other status protected by law. As a disability confident employer, we strive to make our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters!

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