Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team specialising in Manufacturing for our Darlington Technical Organisation in Darlington, United Kingdom.

This is a permanent role, fully onsite, working a rotational shift pattern:

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

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

• Maintain high availability and reliability of test cells and supporting plant by proactively maintaining and repairing equipment across the facility.
• Rapidly diagnose and resolve test cell breakdowns in line with shift priorities to ensure testing can continue with minimal disruption.
• Optimise test cell performance by prioritising development test cells to support efficient and effective engine testing.
• Improve site productivity by independently planning, prioritising, and delivering maintenance activities aligned with operational objectives.
• Champion a strong safety culture by identifying risks, applying controls, and ensuring safe systems of work before undertaking repairs.
• Act as a key technical liaison for the wider DTO team, providing practical advice on facility and test cell-related issues.
• Lead and deliver small in-house improvement projects, from problem definition through to implementation and successful completion.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying recurring facility issues, proposing robust solutions, and implementing approved enhancements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capability across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and software disciplines.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision while making sound decisions in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment.
• Confidence working with contractors, including issuing permits to work, supervising activities, and ensuring full LOTO compliance.
• A proactive, safety-first mindset with the ability to balance operational urgency with quality, legal, and environmental requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 (or equivalent).
• BS 7671 18th Edition - Wiring Regulations.
• HNC in a relevant engineering discipline (preferred).
• Significant relevant experience in an industrial or manufacturing maintenance environment, with the ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve complex systems.

The compensation for this role is aligned with a local bargained or unionised agreement.

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2426839

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site Yes

Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On-site.

Client-provided location(s): Newton Aycliffe, United Kingdom

Job ID: Cummins-R-406DAB5F28AC423792EB98ED95420E8B

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-03-25T20:05:13