Maintenance Technician

Overview

YASA develops electric motor technology for clean mobility and now operates as part of Mercedes-Benz, combining the agility of a scale-up with the resources of a global automotive group. This Maintenance Technician role sits within YASA’s Oxford operations, acting as the first point of contact for machine breakdowns and supporting production output through both reactive fault-finding and planned preventative maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair faults as the first port of call for machine breakdowns
• Provide technical support to achieve production output standards
• Plan and execute proactive preventative maintenance programmes to minimise downtime
• Work from mechanical and schematic drawings to assist with fault finding
• Advise on technical issues, liaising with engineers and the production team and supporting continuous improvement activities
• Monitor machine performance

Requirements

Essential: qualified to 17th Edition level or equivalent, with good knowledge of fault finding and repair across electrical and mechanical systems; proven previous experience working within a manufacturing environment; proven experience with PLCs, pneumatic and hydraulic systems as well as robotics; IT literate and able to navigate systems easily; organised and self-motivated with safety awareness of electrical, compressed air and pressurised systems; good verbal and written communication skills; a UK driving licence and availability to support visits to supplier sites.