Maintenance Engineer

Identify Talent; Sherburn in Elmet; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Sherburn-in-Elmet seeks a hands-on Engineer to oversee all site operations. The role offers competitive salary ranging from £38K-45K based on experience. You'll manage maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while working independently in a small team. A solid background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is essential, with a focus on problem-solving and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and plant operations, preferably in chemical or process industry.
• Knowledge of COMAH regulations; training can be provided.
• Self-motivated and capable of independent work.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and maintain all site engineering activities.
• Carry out troubleshooting, repairs, and installations of plant equipment.
• Support and lead planned preventative maintenance schedules.
• Manage spares inventory and contractor activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Technical communication

Education

HND in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Engineer to join our Sherburn site. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of the full site, working largely independently while being part of a small team of around ten people, including the Site Manager and Health & Safety function.

The role combines day-to-day maintenance and troubleshooting with project coordination and site improvements, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant running of all plant operations.

Details

Salary: Competitive (based on experience) £38K-45K

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (with flexible working available)

Location: Sherburn-in-Elmet, North Yorkshire

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage and maintain all site engineering activities.
• Carry out troubleshooting, repairs, testing, isolations, and installations of plant equipment.
• Support and lead planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Manage spares inventory, permits, isolations, risk assessments, and contractors.
• Provide technical input into site projects, upgrades, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure safe working practices in line with COMAH regulations and Health & Safety standards.

Skills & Experience

• Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering background (HND or equivalent, or time-served).
• Experience in maintenance and plant operations (chemical or process industry desirable).
• Knowledge of COMAH regulations and process safety (training provided if needed).
• Strong problem-solving, technical, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently on a small, close-knit site.