Maintenance Engineer

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local council in Wakefield is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join the Equipment and Wheelchair Service. This role involves performing routine maintenance, inspection, and repair on a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment. The ideal candidate will have a recognised mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent experience. Strong communication skills, flexibility, and a full driving licence are essential. The position offers excellent benefits including generous holidays, professional development, and employee support programmes.

Benefits

29 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Access to high-quality training

Strong support for staff wellbeing

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Discounted leisure membership

Free 12-week fitness programme

Qualifications

• Must have relevant experience in maintenance and repair work.
• Sound working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and Safe Working Practices.
• Full driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, inspection, and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Conduct Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and LOLER testing.
• Carry out inspections and maintenance in the Wakefield Equipment Service Stores.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Excellent communication

Computer literate

Flexible and adaptable

Ability to work independently

Education

Recognised mechanical apprenticeship

Tools

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)

LOLER testing

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join Wakefield Equipment and Wheelchair Service. We are looking for a motivated individual with strong technical skills and a commitment to delivering high‑quality service.

The ideal candidate will have successfully completed a recognised mechanical apprenticeship or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and experience. All applicants must have relevant experience and a sound working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and Safe Working Practices.

This role involves routine maintenance, inspection, and repair work on a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment. Duties will also include Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) testing. Full training will be provided.

The equipment involved is used in client’s homes and residential homes across the Wakefield District. The successful candidate will also carry out inspections and maintenance within the Wakefield Equipment Service Stores.

We are looking for someone who is:

• An excellent communicator
• Computer literate
• Able to work independently
• Flexible and adaptable
• A full driving licence is essential.

Why Wakefield Council?

• A leading council for best practice and an employer of choice for career development
• 29 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Access to high‑quality training and professional development
• Strong support for staff wellbeing and work/life balance
• Access to a range of employee support programmes
• Discounted and subsidised public transport options
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Excellent employee benefits, including discounted leisure membership, free 12‑week fitness programme, retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and more

If you are highly motivated, have transferable skills, and would like to be part of a successful and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Gill Davey.

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