AFC Maintainer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 23 April 2026
LOCATION
Newcastle upon Tyne
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£36,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering & Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Electrical Systems Electronic Systems Fault-finding Preventative Maintenance Customer Interaction Problem-solving Electrical Electronic

FULL DESCRIPTION

AFC Maintainer

Our client is looking for an AFC Maintainer to support the performance and reliability of equipment across a multi-site environment. You’ll play a key role in keeping critical systems operating reliably, working hands-on in the field to diagnose, maintain, and repair equipment. This role suits someone who enjoys working independently, solving problems, and maintaining high safety and quality standards.

You’ll spend most of your time out in the field, making sure essential equipment stays up and running. Every day is different, with a mix of fault-finding, maintenance, and customer interaction.

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of electrical and electronic systems.
  • Work as a field-based AFC Maintainer across multiple customer sites.
  • Respond to faults, carry out preventative maintenance, and complete repairs efficiently.
  • Liaise with customers and colleagues to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
  • Accurately complete reports and documentation.
  • Support system upgrades and improvement projects

Ideally previous experience in a similar role and completed a recognised apprenticeship.

Electrical/electronic qualification (BTC, ONC, or equivalent).

Comfortable working with electrical and electronic systems.

Strong problem-solving skills and a logical approach to fault-finding.

Able to prioritise tasks and work independently.

Full driving licence.

What’s on offer:

  • 36-hour working week
  • £29,440 basic salary + year-round allowances (total package circa £36,000)
  • Excellent pension scheme
  • 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus additional time off for volunteering
  • Free travel across Tyne & Wear for you and your family, plus discounted/free travel with other providers
  • Health cash plan option
  • Reward app with discounts on shopping, holidays and leisure
  • Career development with opportunities
  • All required PPE, tools, and equipment will be provided

Shift Pattern: 5 days out of 7 on a day-shift rota, covering operating hours between 06:30 and 21:30, seven days a week.

If you like autonomy, variety, and being trusted to get the job done, please click the apply button…

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