Equipment Shift Technician / Maintenance Technician

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 435477
  • PublishDate iconJob Published: 01/06/2026
  • JobType iconForm of employment: Permanent
  • salaryRate iconSalary: £30000 - £34000 Per annum
  • domain iconIndustry: Manufacturing
  • type iconJob Type: Full Time

Equipment Shift Technician / Maintenance Technician

Permanent | Newport, South Wales | £30,000 - 34,000 + Shift Allowance (up to 50%)

We are recruiting Equipment Shift Technicians / Maintenance Technicians to join Vishay, a global semiconductor manufacturer, at their modern manufacturing facility in Newport.

This is a hands‑on engineering technician role offering full training, long‑term job security, and genuine career progression in advanced manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preventive and reactive maintenance of production equipment
  • First‑line fault finding and troubleshooting
  • Supporting equipment up-time and manufacturing performance
  • Working in a clean-room manufacturing environment
  • Following standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Working closely with Engineers and other Technicians

Shift Pattern

  • 12‑hour shifts - days or nights
  • Days: 7am-7pm | Nights: 7pm-7am
  • Fixed shift patterns
  • Enhanced shift allowance paid

Skills & Experience (Training Provided)

  • BTEC / HNC in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or similar
  • Maintenance, technician, production, or manufacturing experience preferred
  • Ability to follow procedures and work safely
  • Willingness to work either day or night shifts
  • Semiconductor experience not required

Salary & Benefits

  • £27,000-£31,000 basic + 20-50% shift allowance
  • Free Bupa private healthcare
  • Pension up to 7% employer contribution
  • Life assurance (4× salary)
  • Fully funded technical training
  • Clear progression to Senior Technician / Engineer roles
  • On‑site gym, restaurant & free parking
  • Employee discounts & well-being support

Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV or contact Manpower on 01604 448400 for more information.

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