Maintenance Enginer (952)

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a resident team in Sheffield. This hands-on role involves maintaining high availability of automated warehouse systems through preventive and corrective maintenance. The ideal candidate will have experience with various automated systems and possess relevant technical qualifications. The position offers a starting salary of £48,100, increasing to £50,600 after probation plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Self-motivated and results-focused.
• Capability to coach and mentor technicians.

Responsibilities

• Deliver preventive and corrective maintenance to the highest standards.
• Troubleshoot issues within your discipline.
• Conduct technical audits and ensure accurate spare parts management.

Skills

Experience with conveyors, sorters, cranes, hanging garment systems, robotics

Knowledge of PLC/control systems

Communication and relationship-building skills

Education

ONC/HNC or B–Tech in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering, or NVQ Level 3+

Job description

Maintenance Engineer
Location: Sheffield
Hours: Full-time – 42 hrs/week, 12-hour day & night shifts, (Suez Shift Pattern)
Salary: Starting Salary £48,100 increasing to £50,600 after probation + benefits

About the Role
Our client, a global leader in automated logistics solutions, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their resident team in Sheffield. This is a hands-on, technically demanding role focused on maintaining high availability of automated warehouse systems through both preventive and corrective maintenance.

Key Responsibilities
• Deliver preventive and corrective maintenance to the highest standards, meeting KPIs and customer expectations.
• Troubleshoot issues within your discipline (electrical, mechanical, or multi-skilled).
• Support the Shift Manager, including deputising in their absence.
• Coach and mentor technicians on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Conduct technical audits and ensure accurate spare parts management.

Skills & Experience
• Experience with conveyors, sorters, cranes, hanging garment systems, robotics, or similar.
• Knowledge of PLC/control systems, WCS/WMS, SCADA, and CMMS/PPM systems.
• Self-motivated, results-focused, and capable of motivating others.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications
• ONC/HNC or B–Tech in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering, or NVQ Level 3+.

About Us:
Wills Consultants is an independent recruitment consultancy specialising in engineering, finance and office professionals. Wills Consultants has an extensive client base that ranges from the thriving SME sector through to national and international PLCs.