Maintenance Engineer Multi Skilled in WF3, Thorpe on the Hill, City and Borough of Leeds

Energy Jobline CVL; Leeds; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to maintain advanced automation systems. In this role, you'll perform preventative maintenance, respond to breakdowns, and manage contractors. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in engineering and proven experience in maintenance roles. This position offers a supportive work environment with consistent shifts and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Consistent 8-hour shifts

Contributory Pension Scheme

Health cash programme

Accredited Training Programmes

High Street discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 recognised qualification in an electrical, mechanical or engineering discipline.
• Proven Maintenance Department experience in an industrial or logistics environment.
• Strong practical experience with automated conveyor systems.
• Expertise in fault finding across electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Executing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on high-volume machinery.
• Responding swiftly to breakdowns and faults across production equipment.
• Managing external contractors for specialised work.
• Supporting the technical delivery of Supply Chain projects.
• Optimising depot facilities and automation systems.

Skills

Electrical systems expertise

Mechanical systems expertise

Pneumatic systems expertise

Automated conveyor systems experience

Education

Level 3 qualification in engineering discipline

Job description

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Maintenance Engineer

Location: Wakefield, WF3 (Commutable from Leeds, Normanton, Castleford, Rothwell, Batley, Ossett)

Salary & Benefits: £46,000 per annum + Overtime & Excellent Benefits Package

Shifts: 8 - Hour Shifts, 3-Shift Pattern – Achieve the Work/Life Balance You Deserve!

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer tired of long, draining 12-hour shifts that eat into your personal life? Ready to get your weekends back? Join a leading, innovative company in Wakefield that genuinely values its engineering team. We’re looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Maintenance Engineer to take a pivotal role in maintaining our state-of-the-art depot.

About the Role

As the Senior Maintenance Engineer, you will be the driving force behind the efficiency of our advanced automation and depot facilities. You'll take ownership of maintaining and enhancing our mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Executing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on high-volume picking and automation machinery.
• Providing swift and effective response to breakdowns and system faults across production equipment.
• Managing and coordinating external contractors for specialised work.
• Supporting the technical delivery of Supply Chain projects.
• General upkeep, defect repair, and optimisation of depot facilities and automation systems.

Note on the environment: This is a hands-on role requiring you to stand and walk for most of your shift. You must be able to lift (up to 15 kg), bend, twist, kneel and crouch.

What You'll Bring

We are looking for a skilled, proactive engineer ready for a senior role.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 recognised qualification in an electrical, mechanical or engineering discipline.
• Proven Maintenance Department experience in an industrial or logistics environment.
• Strong practical experience with automated conveyor systems.
• Expertise in fault finding across electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems.

Highly Desirable Experience

• Knowledge of specific Warehouse Automation equipment (e.g., Dematic, TGW, Knapp, Vanderlande).
• Experience in the management or mentoring of a technical team.
• Relevant safety qualifications (IOSH or NEBOSH).

What We Offer

We believe in supporting our employees with a fantastic benefits package:

• Work/Life Balance: Consistent 8 - hour shifts!
• Financial Wellbeing: Contributory Pension Scheme and access to a flexible financial control application.
• Health: Health cash programme (for eyecare, prescriptions, etc.) and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Growth: Accredited Training Programmes (company-funded education via Apprenticeship Scheme).
• Perks: High Street discounts.

Ready to upgrade your career and your quality of life? Apply now to take the next step in your engineering journey!

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss your application.

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