58 maintenance technician jobs found in Cambridge

We're currently recruiting for a Facilities Maintenance Technician on a temp-to-perm basis, offering an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term role supporting Coventry University's campus in Dagenham with occasional travel to other sites. This is a hands-on, multi-skilled role ideal for someone with experience in plumbing, electrical and general building maintenance who is looking for stability and career progression. This is a senior, hands on, multi trade position requiring a highly skilled and self-sufficient professional, capable of independently managing and delivering reactive and planned preventative maintenance. You'll play a key role in keeping campus buildings safe, compliant, and fully operational, supporting an outstanding environment for students, staff and visitors. Key Responsibilities * Carry out reactive and planned maintenance (PPM) across the campus * Complete general building fabric repairs (doors, walls, ceilings, flooring, fixtures) * Perform basic...

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Wellingborough Minimum 6-Week Contract Day Shift Umbrella or PAYE Join a leading UK bakery producing iconic bread products enjoyed by families across the nation! We're seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (electrical or mechanical bias) to support our engineering team at our modern site Responsibilities - Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Reactive and planned preventative maintenance on high-speed production and packaging equipment Fault finding and repairs (mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics) Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to minimise downtime Ensuring compliance with health & safety and food hygiene standards Working closely with production teams in a fast-paced FMCG environment Experience/Qualifications - Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in food manufacturing, FMCG or similar (bakery experience advantageous) Multi-skilled with...

M&E Engineer Location: Cambridge Contract: Temporary - 4 weeks Hours: Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week Are you an experienced M&E Engineer looking for a stable static site position within a professional environment? A leading organisation is seeking a skilled and reliable M&E Engineer to support planned and reactive maintenance across their Cambridge site. As an M&E Engineer, you will: * Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems. * Complete routine servicing, inspections, fault finding, and repairs to building services equipment. * Respond to reactive maintenance requests and ensure issues are resolved safely and efficiently. * Diagnose faults and carry out repairs across M&E systems within the site. * Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in line with health & safety procedures and compliance standards. * Complete maintenance records, reports, and job...

Location: Cambridge CB4 Job Type: Temporary Duration: 12 Months initially, likely permanent transfer for the right candidate Hours: Mon- Fri 9.00-17.30 Salary: up to £30,000 DoE Job Reference: 36187 Polytec are seeking a proactive and hands-on Laboratory Technician to join our Cambridge based client. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you will provide essential laboratory expertise and practical support across a diverse portfolio of projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions from early-stage concepts through to manufacturing. This role could suit someone in the early stages of their career looking to train and develop. Responsibilities: • Maintain laboratory facilities, ensuring a safe, organised and efficient working environment • Perform routine laboratory housekeeping and equipment maintenance • Conduct daily and weekly equipment inspections and checks • Carry out verification testing and evaluation of...

Assembly Technician Location: Ware, Stansted Abbotts Salary: £14.00 - £16.50 We are looking for an experienced Assembly Technician (3-5 years) to join our team, assembling and testing high-quality electro-mechanical products, including servo motors and PCB sub-assemblies. You will be responsible for accurately assembling parts and components, testing completed assemblies, and identifying and resolving faults, while always working to strict quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Assemble components in line with technical drawings and specifications Build electro-mechanical products, including servo motors and PCB sub-assemblies Test completed assemblies for correct operation and functionality Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair assembly issues as they arise Identify and replace defective components Carry out basic maintenance on machinery and equipment Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations at all timesAbout You 3-5 years' experience in an assembly...

Assembly Technician/Electrical Assembly, Ware, Stanstead Abbotts £13.45 p/hr Hours - Monday-Thursday 8-5. Fridays (phone number removed) month contract The ideal candidate will be responsible for assembling parts and components to build electro-mechanical products, including servo motors and PCB sub-assemblies. They will assemble components accurately; test completed assemblies and report any faults. This role also involves testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing any issues that may arise. The successful Assembly Technician must work safely and efficiently using hand tools, power tools, machinery, and other equipment, such as T-bars, Allen keys, and screwdrivers. They must also possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills and ensure that all products meet quality and safety standards. Duties and Responsibilities • Assemble components in accordance with technical drawings and specifications. • Build electro-mechanical products, including servo motors and...

Electrical Assembly Technician (FTC) We are looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical Assembly Technician to join our growing engineering team in Peterborough. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced and innovative environment, supporting the build, testing and commissioning of specialist industrial equipment. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical assembly and maintenance work while contributing to projects that support sustainable engineering and advanced technology solutions. Full product training will be provided as part of your induction. Based at our Peterborough Service Centre, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals in a large-scale operational facility supporting both workshop and field-based equipment. Electrical Assembly Technician (FTC) Responsibilities * Fabricating, installing and documenting electrical systems. * Working with single-phase, three-phase, low-voltage and extra low-voltage circuits. *...

M&E Global is a defence contractor undertaking services on complex military equipment and aircraft for UK and US contractors. We have a fantastic opportunity for an Apache Armament Technician to join our team. The Role Based in the Inowroclaw, Poland you’ll get to work alongside our dedicated workforce on a US Military base. This role is a fantastic chance for you to further develop your skills as an Armament Technician, working in an exciting environment. Knowledge and Skills Required To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to fulfill each of the following essential duties: * You must have minimum 3 years’ experience working on the desired aircraft. * Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts. * Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair. * Basic knowledge of electrical theory and a thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test...

M&E Global is a defence contractor undertaking services on complex military equipment and aircraft for UK and US contractors. We have a fantastic opportunity for an Apache Mechanic to join our team. The Role Based in the Inowroclaw, Poland you’ll get to work alongside our dedicated workforce on a US Military base. This role is a fantastic chance for you to further develop your skills as an Apache Mechanic, working in an exciting environment. Knowledge and Skills Required To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to fulfill each of the following essential duties: * You must have minimum 3 years’ experience working on the desired aircraft. * Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts. * Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair. * Basic knowledge of electrical theory and a thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque...

M&E Global is a defence contractor undertaking services on complex military equipment and aircraft for UK and US contractors. We have a fantastic opportunity for an Apache Armament Technician to join our team. The role Based in Ali Al Salem, Kuwait you’ll get to work alongside our dedicated workforce on a US Military base. This role is a fantastic chance for you to further develop your skills as an Armament Technician, working in an exciting environment. Knowledge and Skills Required To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to fulfil each of the following essential duties: * You must have minimum 3 years’ experience working on the desired aircraft. * Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts. * Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair. * Basic knowledge of electrical theory and a thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment,...

Cleaning Technician Salary - £12.91 per hour Location – Potters Bar Benefits – Yearly bonus, career development, subsidised staff room and more Temporary to Permanent, 17.5 hours spread from Tuesday to Thursday. Are you looking for a rewarding career that offers full training? Would you like to be part of an organisation striving to improve people’s lives? Would you love to learn about the science behind it? We have a fantastic opportunity at our Potters Bar location for a Cleaning Technician to work for one of our clients. You will be working part-time from Tuesday to Thursday. Due to the location of this role, ideally, you will have access to your transport. Responsibilities for the role of Trainee Animal Technician * Clean animal cages and all tools thoroughly, following strict hygiene procedures * Feeding and seeing to the general well-being of the animals * Pack orders according to customers’ requests * Contribute to the maintenance of an efficient Quality Management...

Would you like to be part of an organisation that strives to improve the quality of people’s lives? Would you love to learn about the science behind it? Animal Technician Salary - £12.71 per hour Location – Potter's Bar Contract Type - Temp to Perm Hours: 8am till 16:30pm, 37.5 hours per week We have a fantastic opportunity in Potter's Bar for an Animal Technician to work for one of our clients. You will be working full-time, on a weekly rota which will include some weekend work. Responsibilities for the role of an Animal Technician * Contribute to and monitor the welfare of the animals closely * Clean animal cages and all tools thoroughly, following strict hygiene procedures * Feeding and seeing to the general well-being of the animals * Carry out weaning procedures * Pack orders according to customers’ requests * Contribute to the maintenance of an efficient Quality Management System * Other duties as deemed reasonable Skills and Experience for the role of an Animal...

HVAC Technician Rail | Contract (1 Year) F-Gas Certification (Essential) Brazing Certification (Essential) Salary: £32.89 Umbrella  Contract: 1 year programme Location: Milton Keynes Hours: 50 hours per week (07:00 - 17:00) The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join a major rail programme, supporting HVAC systems on modern rolling stock. This role offers strong stability in the contract market and the chance to build valuable experience within the rail sector. The Role Working as part of the service and maintenance function, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, overhauling, and maintaining HVAC systems on trains and within depot environments. This is a hands-on role where you will work both independently and as part of a wider engineering team on live operational sites. The role will also involve full strip-down, rebuild, and reinstallation of HVAC units, including brazing, re-gassing, and system testing. Key Responsibilities Removal of HVAC...

M&E Global is a defence contractor undertaking services on complex military equipment and aircraft for UK and US contractors. We are currently looking for Apache Mechanics and Avionic Technicians to join our team The role Based in Illesheim, Germany you’ll get to work alongside our dedicated workforce on a US Military base. This role is a fantastic chance for you to further develop your skills as an Apache Mechanic, working in an exciting environment. Knowledge and Skills Required To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to fulfil each of the following essential duties: * You must have minimum 3 years’ experience working on the desired aircraft. * Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts. * Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair. * Basic knowledge of electrical theory and a thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment,...

DT Technician - Secondary School - Brent - September 2026 Start - Full-Time Are you a practical, organised, and enthusiastic individual looking to support students in a thriving secondary school environment? Would you like to play a key role in supporting the delivery of Design & Technology lessons while working alongside experienced teaching staff? Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a welcoming and high-achieving secondary school in Brent seeking to appoint a dedicated DT Technician from September 2026. This full-time role is ideal for individuals with strong practical skills and an interest in Design & Technology, engineering, construction, manufacturing, or education. This is an excellent opportunity to become a valued member of a successful school community, supporting both staff and students in the delivery of engaging and creative DT lessons. The Role As a DT Technician, you will provide practical and technical support to the Design & Technology...

We have a requirement for an OLE technician, shift hours are Nights 22:00-06:00, Days 07:00 -15:00, 4/5 shifts per week with possible extra shifts over weekends but of no guarantee. Minimum training requirement is Olec 2, and experience in an OLE role.  Experienced in performing inspections and assessments of the overhead lines. Complete safety forms, fault reports. Perform maintenance tasks such as replacement of damaged/worn parts, etc Network Rail experience is desirable due to the knowledge of NR standards being helpful.  The successful candidate will need to either hold or undergo a Network Rail standard medical which demonstrates that they can work alone

Freelance AV Team Leader / AV Manager 📍 London 📅 July 2026 - March 2027 I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance AV Team Leader / AV Manager to support the delivery of a wide range of live events, conferences, broadcasts and high profile corporate productions within a unique and technically demanding venue environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands on technically whilst also taking responsibility for client management, event coordination and leading onsite technical teams. The Role: You'll be responsible for overseeing the technical delivery of live events and broadcasts, ensuring all AV services are delivered to the highest possible standard. Working closely with clients, venue stakeholders, technicians and external production partners, you'll coordinate event requirements from planning through to successful execution. Key responsibilities include: • Leading technical delivery for live events, conferences and...

Temporary AV Technician – 3‑Month Contract (£15/hr)  A leading provider of event technology, installations, and engineering solutions are looking for a Temporary AV Technician to join their team at a vibrant venue in Wapping. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on technical work and wants to support a wide range of live events. Your Role You’ll work closely with our Senior Technician to maintain the venue’s installed AV systems, respond to technical issues, and assist with event setups. You’ll also collaborate with project managers and venue staff to ensure everything runs smoothly. What the Job Involves Daily AV checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting Supporting live events and technical setups Providing professional, friendly support to venue teams Helping ensure the venue is always event‑ready What We’re Looking For Physically confident: ladders, stairs, and long shifts on your feet Positive, proactive, and attentive to detail An understanding of AV or...

Electrical Surveyor Cambridge City Council £30 - £35 per hour DOE Initial 3-Month Contract 37 Hours Per Week Cambridge / Hybrid Working Cambridge City Council is looking for an experienced Electrical Surveyor to join its Asset Management team on an initial 3-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in managing electrical compliance, inspection programmes, planned works and improvement projects across the Council's housing and corporate property portfolio. The Role You will be responsible for ensuring statutory electrical compliance across a diverse property portfolio while supporting the delivery of electrical improvement and maintenance programmes. Key responsibilities include: ·Managing electrical compliance across Council-owned properties. ·Overseeing inspection, testing and certification programmes, including EICRs, emergency lighting and fire alarm systems. ·Maintaining accurate compliance records and electrical asset information....

Multi-Skilled Operative Location: Cambridge Contract Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Contract Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour The Opportunity Are you a versatile, multi-disciplinary tradesperson who thrives on variety? Are you looking for a stable, fast-paced contract role with competitive weekly pay? We are currently recruiting an experienced Multi-Skilled Operative to support a high-volume property maintenance contract covering sites across Cambridge. This is a dynamic role perfect for a professional who takes pride in solving a diverse range of technical issues on the first visit. Operating across residential and commercial properties, you will be responsible for executing responsive, planned, and preventative maintenance tasks spanning plumbing, basic electrics, fabric repairs, and grounds upkeep. What You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities) Plumbing Maintenance: Diagnosing and resolving reactive leaks, replacing sanitary ware, unblocking domestic pipework, and handling minor...