Maintenance Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a growing manufacturer in Halifax. The role involves maintaining production equipment, responding to breakdowns, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and experience in a manufacturing environment. This position offers a 12-hour shift pattern and competitive salary with additional benefits.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Modern working environment

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled engineer with electrical and mechanical expertise.
• Experience in manufacturing process industry preferred.
• Willingness to work a continental shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on production equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and minimize downtime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

17th/18th Edition Qualified

Tools

CMMS System

Job description

Maintenance Engineer (Multi-skilled)

Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire

Working hours: Continental Shift Pattern (4 on / 4 off), 12-hour shifts (days & nights)

Salary: £46,000 salary + OT + package benefits

The Opportunity

In our clients' state-of-the-art Innovation & Automation facility, they design, engineer, test, and manufacture their products. That means tight control over quality, innovation, and lead times.

We've invested in a new, larger automated facility (adjacent to the existing site) to expand production capacity without interrupting service. All of their equipment is modern and internationally sourced.

We are seeking a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a successful and expanding manufacturing business based in Halifax, West Yorkshire. Working on a continental shift pattern, you will play a key role in maintaining equipment, reducing downtime, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards across the site.

This role would suit an experienced multi-skilled engineer, or a recently qualified apprentice looking to build a career within a fast-paced, forward-thinking manufacturing environment.

Key duties & responsibilities

• 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).

Person Specification

• Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical) / apprentice trained.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or mechanical engineering (or equivalent).
• Ideally, 17th/18th Edition qualified.
• Previous manufacturing process industry experience.
• Willingness to work on a continental shift basis.

Why Apply?

• Join a growing, innovative UK based manufacturer supplying into global markets.
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team with strong values.
• Modern, new facilities and world class working environment.
• 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 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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