Job Description:

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
• Onsite gym, restaurant & free parking
• Employee discounts & well-being support

Apply Now!

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