Maintenance Officer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Wallsend
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£52,421 / year
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Electrical Installations BS7671 18th Edition Computerised Maintenance Management System PLC SCADA system Maintenance Safety Standards

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Limited, the operator of the iconic Tyne Tunnels has an exciting opportunity for a proactive experienced full-time Maintenance Officer to join our friendly and supportive team at our premises in Wallsend, North Tyneside.

Main role responsibilities

- Plan, deliver and complete maintenance activities as directed by the Computerised Maintenance Management System or prioritised by the Asset Manager / Maintenance Supervisor or Duty Tunnel Controller. Ensuring accurate and timely recording of all work undertaken. - Investigation and correction of faults on computerised, PLC, electrical and mechanical equipment, including SCADA system. - Carry out the servicing, inspection, maintenance and repair of tunnel and toll equipment in accordance with operational requirements and safety standards. - Support operational staff during emergency incidents. - Assist with operational activity when required, to ensure traffic flow efficiency.

What makes you our ideal candidate?

You will be passionate about delivering a great service to all our key stakeholders. You will be committed to promoting a positive health and safety culture and possess strong safety awareness.

Essential requirements:

  • Educated to NVQ City & Guilds Electrical Installations – Level 3 or equivalent
  • BS7671 18th Edition qualified
  • Valid Manual Driving Licence

What’s in it for you?

To attract the best candidates, we will offer a salary of £49,903 – £52,421 per annum, along with membership of the Local Government Defined Contribution Pension Scheme.  We also offer 22 days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays.

We offer comprehensive training and continuous development for this role, as well as encouraging and helping our employees gain additional relevant certification and qualifications. Other benefits include access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, On-site gym, Cycle to Work scheme, Company Enhanced Sick Pay and Free Travel (after a qualifying period), Free refreshments, Annual Away Days, Volunteering opportunities and a Reward App offering discounts and offers on purchases at many UK retailers.

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