Maintenance Operative

Proactive Personnel Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to perform inspections, repairs, and upgrades across customer sites in Wales. Candidates must possess at least 2 years of maintenance experience, mechanical and electrical knowledge, and a valid UK driving licence. The position offers training, development opportunities, and a range of benefits including overtime pay and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Overtime pay for urgent work

20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Pension and sick pay

Health & wellbeing programme

Free on-site parking

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' maintenance experience required.
• Good mechanical and electrical knowledge necessary.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Repair mechanical, electrical, and structural components.
• Travel to customer sites for installations and fixes.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Strong problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to carry out inspections, repairs, and upgrades across customer sites for a client based on the Wrexham Industrial Estate.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and safety checks
• Repair mechanical, electrical, and structural components
• Travel to customer sites for installations and fixes
• Keep accurate records of work done
• Work closely with the service and install teams
• Ensure all work meets UK/international safety standards
• Respond to urgent repair calls
• Recommend improvements for systems and processes

Requirements

• At least 2 years' maintenance experience
• Good mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Physically fit - comfortable with lifting, heights, and confined spaces
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Relevant maintenance or safety certifications (preferred)

What We Offer

• Overtime (1.5x) for early/late urgent work
• 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Pension, sick pay, health & wellbeing programme
• Free on-site parking
• Training and development opportunities

Must be eligible to work in the UK and willing to travel 100%.