Maintenance Engineer

DFS Furniture Stores; Somercotes CP; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

DFS Furniture PLC in Somercotes/Alfreton area is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join the engineering team and maximise productivity through proactive maintenance and safe operation of machinery.

You will lead inspections, risk assessments and SSOW development, mentor apprentices, manage site contractors, and keep accurate maintenance and incident records while supporting continuous improvement across multi-site operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in maintenance role.
• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical.
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Able to demonstrate strong analytical thinking and have strong decision making skills.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills, able to keep a track of and report on activity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player.
• Adaptable and flexible.
• Tidy worker with good organisational skills.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues

Responsibilities

• Ensure machinery and equipment are kept in a safe working condition.
• Keep downtime to a minimum and carry out proactive planned maintenance.
• Carry out reactive maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Perform machine/equipment improvements to enhance safety and efficiency.
• Diagnose faults and implement fixes where possible.
• Assist with minor electrical installation works (where qualified).
• Source parts and materials and arrange procurement.
• Maintain maintenance records and administer permits.
• Liaise with 3rd party contractors and site teams.
• Present accurate records and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Maintenance experience

NVQ Level 3

Electrical/Mechanical knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team player

Adaptability

Organisational skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical

Job description

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It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home — and that’s just what we do at DFS. We’re the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.

About the role:

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you will be a key member of the engineering team dedicated to maximising manufacturing productivity through proactive maintenance and minimising downtime. In this role, you will ensure machinery is kept in optimal, safe working condition while leading regulatory inspections, risk assessments, and the development of Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).

You will also play a vital role in continuous improvement—supporting new machinery implementation, managing site contractors, maintaining accurate inventory and incident reports, and mentoring the next generation of talent by providing support and training to engineering apprentices.

Here’s what we offer: The Highlights

Competitive Pay : With an annual salary of £30,900

Working hours 6am - 6pm

Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Position will be multi-site, but based from Lincoln House, Alfreton.

Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us.

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensuring all machinery and equipment is kept in a safe working condition.
• Keeping machinery and equipment downtime to a minimum.
• Carrying out proactive planned maintenance tasks
• Carrying out reactive maintenance tasks
• Carrying out machine/equipment improvements to improve safety and/or efficiency.
• Diagnosing faults effectively and making good whenever possible.
• Implementing minor electrical installation works (depending on qualifications)
• Carrying out mechanical repair and/or replacement of equipment
• Ensuring all tasks are risk assessed through site specific, job specific or dynamic risk assessments.
• Sourcing parts and materials from suppliers and arranging procurement
• Administering work permits and monitoring 3rd party contractors.
• Keeping accurate records
• Updating and maintaining the maintenance records
• Keeping work areas clean and tidy at all times

We’re looking for someone who:

• 5+ years' experience in maintenance role
• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, pneumatic and mechanical systems
• Able to demonstrate strong analytical thinking and have strong decision making skills
• Good literacy and numeracy skills, able to keep a track of and report on activity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Adaptable and flexible
• Tidy worker with good organisational skills.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

We’re committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and supporting Doncaster Pride, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail.

We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you.

(All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks.)