Maintenance Technician

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Coventry is seeking a Temporary Maintenance Technician to support their 24/7 manufacturing facility. This hands-on role involves electrical maintenance, troubleshooting on PLCs, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have relevant electrical qualifications, experience in high-speed manufacturing, and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for training.

Benefits

Competitive temporary hourly rate

Access to training while on contract

On-site facilities

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician/technician with relevant qualifications.
• Experience in industrial electrical maintenance is essential.
• Proven fault-finding skills on PLCs and HMIs required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance and troubleshooting of production machinery.
• Diagnose and repair faults on control systems.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

Fault-finding on PLCs and HMIs

Electrical maintenance within high-speed manufacturing

Reading electrical schematics

Using multimeters and test equipment

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent electrical maintenance qualification

Tools

Multimeters

Portable PAT testers

Electrical control panels

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

Every second of every day, a Parker Aerospace-enabled aircraft takes off and our reputation for engineering excellence makes us the partner of choice to truly move customers' programs forward while increasing their productivity and profitability. Working closely with our customers, we align components with technical requirements and integrate systems for aircraft certification and to drive business results.

Working at Parker means belonging to a passionate, dynamic and innovative team, empowered to make a difference and by joining our team you’ll have the chance to develop yourself and explore different opportunities within the Company.

Position Summary

We are now seeking a Temporary Maintenance Technician to support our 24/7/365 manufacturing facility on a 12 month basis, who shares our purpose of enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. You will perform planned and reactive electrical maintenance, fault finding on production equipment and controls, and support continuous improvement to maximize equipment uptime and safety. This role requires working the specified 6‑week rotating shift pattern..

Shift pattern (required)

• 6‑week rotation shifts :
• • Day shift — 07:00 to 19:00, operating on a 3 on / 3 off pattern
  • Night shift — 19:00 to 07:00, operating on a 3 on / 3 off pattern

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of production machinery and plant equipment (motors, drives, panels, sensors, actuators, conveyors).
• Diagnose and repair faults on control systems including PLCs, HMIs and variable frequency drives.
• Read and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs and technical manuals to locate faults and perform modifications.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and predictive maintenance tasks; complete maintenance records and job cards accurately.
• Commission, test and validate repaired or modified equipment to ensure it meets operational and safety requirements.
• Isolate and safely restore electrical circuits in accordance with lockout/tagout and company procedures.
• Escalate recurring faults and support root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain spares and tooling levels; support stock checks and requisitions for electrical components.
• Work closely with mechanical technicians, engineering and quality teams to support production targets and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to all health, safety and environmental policies and participate in toolbox talks and safety activities.

Qualifications

Essential qualifications & experience

• Qualified electrician/technician: City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3, apprenticeship or equivalent electrical maintenance qualification.
• Experience in industrial electrical maintenance within a high‑speed manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience fault-finding on PLCs and HMIs (e.g., Siemens, Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell, or equivalent).
• Experience with VFDs/drives, motor control, and electrical control panels.
• Comfortable reading electrical schematics and using multimeters, portable PAT testers and other test equipment.
• Strong record-keeping skills and familiarity with CMMS or maintenance record systems.

Desirable

• Experience with IEE wiring regulation, electrical & ladder diagrams .
• Experience with industrial boiler (BG01) and induction furnaces
• Experience in safety‑critical or regulated industries (aerospace, medical, automotive).
• Formal training in PLC programming/diagnostics or manufacturer-specific drive training.
• BS7671, 18th Edition Qualification

Personal attributes

• Excellent problem‑solving and prioritization skills under production pressure.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Reliable, flexible and able to work rotating shifts as required.
• Commitment to a high standard of safety and housekeeping.

Closing Statement

Working conditions & physical requirements

• Work in a 24/7 manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and moving machinery
• Able to climb ladders, access plant areas and handle electrical panels
• This is a hands‑on role that will include standing, walking and working from elevated platforms.

Health & safety

• Must comply with the site permit-to-work, lockout/tagout, hot work and electrical isolation procedures.
• Participation in site safety briefings and incident reporting is required.
• Pre-employment checks may include right-to-work, drug & alcohol screening and background checks.

What we offer

• Competitive temporary hourly rate: (dependent on experience) + overtime where applicable.
• On-site facilities, and access to training while on contract.
• Opportunity to work on complex equipment in a safety-focused environment.