Maintenance Technician

Salary: £35,000–£45,000

Location: Hartlepool

About Natara

Natara Global is a global manufacturer of flavour and fragrance ingredients, supplying customers across a range of international markets. Its North East manufacturing operations combine complex process plant, strong technical capability and a focus on safety, quality and reliable delivery.

Natara is currently investing in and strengthening its engineering capability, creating opportunities for people who want to contribute to the safe, efficient and continuous improvement of its manufacturing sites.

The Role

As part of Natara’s Hartlepool engineering team, the Maintenance Technician will diagnose faults and carry out routine servicing, repair, maintenance and testing of complex plant, machinery and associated components. The role may also involve installing machinery and equipment across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, position and install mechanical equipment and systems.
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and complete mechanical repairs.
• Test plant, machinery and associated components.
• Remove, replace and disassemble mechanical equipment safely.
• Work in accordance with all legislative, regulatory and site requirements.
• Follow established reporting procedures and safe systems of work.
• Prepare and reinstate work areas, materials and equipment correctly.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, equipment manuals, work instructions and maintenance schedules.
• Select and use the correct tools and equipment.
• Identify defects and testing anomalies and determine the appropriate action.
• Communicate maintenance findings and technical information clearly.
• Use digital systems and equipment to support maintenance activities.
• Take responsibility for the care and security of tools and equipment.