Electrical Maintenance Engineer

G Force Recruitment Ltd; Halifax; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a manufacturing business in Halifax. The role involves maintaining production equipment on a continental shift pattern and requires a Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations. Ideal candidates will have multi-skilled engineering experience and a willingness to work flexibly. This opportunity offers a competitive salary of £46,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Ongoing investment in training and development

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance tasks across production equipment.
• Knowledge of compliance checks and PPM schedules.
• Ability to work safely at height.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns, minimizing downtime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical)

Previous manufacturing industry experience

Willingness to work on a continental shift basis

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (or equivalent)

17th/18th Edition qualified

Job description

Overview

Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Halifax, West Yorkshire

Continental Shift Pattern (4 on / 4 off), 12-hour shifts (days & nights). Salary: £46,000 + benefits

The Opportunity: In our clients' state-of-the-art Innovation & Automation facility, they design, engineer, test, and manufacture their products. They have invested in a new, larger automated facility adjacent to the existing site to expand production capacity without interrupting service. All equipment is modern and internationally sourced. We are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a successful and expanding manufacturing business based in Halifax, West Yorkshire. You will work on a continental shift pattern, maintaining equipment, reducing downtime, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards across the site. This role would suit an experienced multi-skilled engineer with an electrical bias, or a recently qualified apprentice looking to build a career within a fast-paced, forward-thinking manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks across a range of production equipment.
• Respond quickly and safely to breakdowns, minimising downtime.
• Work with the maintenance team to deliver continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support equipment installations and upgrades.
• Complete PPM schedules and close down work orders on the CMMS system.
• Carry out daily and weekly compliance checks.
• Work safely at height (full training provided).

What We're Looking For

• Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical).
• Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (or equivalent).
• Ideally, 17th/18th Edition qualified.
• Previous manufacturing industry experience (plastics desirable, but not essential).
• Apprentice-trained or equivalent.
• Willingness to work on a continental shift basis (days & nights).

Why Apply?

• Join a growing, innovative manufacturer supplying into global markets.
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team with strong values.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a technically challenging and rewarding role.
• Ongoing investment in training and development.

Interested?

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of a skilled and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV to the G Force Recruitment team via CV Library. One of our specialist consultants will be in touch shortly.

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