Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Recruit4staff; Leeds; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food manufacturing is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This exciting role involves executing planned maintenance to optimize asset reliability, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and acting as a safety ambassador. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering maintenance, with NVQ Level 3 being essential. With a focus on career development and a supportive work environment, this opportunity promises growth and a chance to make a significant impact in a thriving company. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual Pay Review

Employer pension matched up to 6%

X4 annual salary life assurance cover

Flexible benefits including additional holiday purchases

Retail discounts

Strong career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a similar role within manufacturing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Focus on planned preventative maintenance and continuous improvement projects.
• Record maintenance activities using SAP CMMS and FastWork.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Teamwork Skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance

Modern Advanced Level Apprenticeship

Tools

SAP CMMS

FastWork

CBM

RCA

FMECA

Job description

Recruit4staff is proud to be representing their client a leading Food Manufacturer, in their search for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer in Leeds.

For the successful Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, our client is offering:

• Starting salary of up to £48,000 per annum
• Monday – Friday, Days role
• Permanent Contract
• Annual Pay Review
• Employer pension matched up to 6%
• X4 annual salary life assurance cover
• Flexible benefits, including additional holiday purchases and retail discounts
• Strong career development opportunities, with both internal and external training

The Role – Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer:

• Heavily focussed on planned preventative maintenance and contributing to continuous improvement projects
• Execute planned and scheduled maintenance to prevent failures and optimize asset reliability.
• Identify and source necessary spare parts.
• Follow and update the engineering plan, providing feedback as needed.
• Improve maintenance execution across all areas.
• Act as an ambassador for safety and food quality, following protocols such as LOTO and Permit to Work.
• Contribute actively to daily, weekly, and monthly meetings.
• Record all maintenance activities using SAP CMMS and FastWork.
• Maintain technical standards, including SOPs, SMPs, and work instructions.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical input into CAPEX projects.
• Train and support skill development within operations and engineering teams.

What our client is looking for in a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer:

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance or equivalent – ESSENTIAL
• Modern Advanced Level Apprenticeship completed – DESIRABLE
• Previous experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment - ESSENTIAL
• Familiarity with maintenance tools such as CBM, RCA, FMECA, and CMMS (SAP PM) – DESIRABLE
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and solve problems proactively.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Key skills or similar Job titles: Maintenance Technician, Preventive Maintenance Engineer, Asset Reliability Technician, Plant Maintenance Engineer, Equipment Maintenance Technician, Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer.