Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Metalis Engineering Recruitment Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in Sheffield, responsible for maintaining and improving plant equipment with a focus on electrical systems. The ideal candidate has strong electrical and mechanical skills, relevant experience, and a problem-solving mindset. This position offers a salary of £40 - 45k along with benefits such as life insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

31 days holiday

Free on-site parking

Life Insurance

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a maintenance engineering role within manufacturing.
• Strong background in electrical systems and fault diagnosis.
• Understanding of mechanical systems and compliance with HSE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and reactive maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults.
• Support mechanical repairs as needed.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding skills

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to read engineering drawings

Education

18th Edition certification

Job description

Job Title: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £40 - 45k
Shift: Days only, early finish on Friday

Overview

Metalis are looking for a skilled and proactive Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic high-volume production client in Sheffield. This hands-on role is critical to ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the plant equipment, with a strong emphasis on electrical systems while supporting mechanical tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive and reactive maintenance on electrical and electro-mechanical equipment (production lines, motors, pumps, control panels, etc.).
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults, including control wiring, drives, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Support mechanical repairs involving pumps, pipework, and hydraulics.
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve issues quickly and effectively.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regulations, HSE standards, and environmental requirements.

Person Specification

• Time-served Electrical Engineer with 18th Edition certification.
• Proven experience in a maintenance engineering role within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong electrical fault-finding skills, including motors, drives, control circuits, and PLCs.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and engineering drawings.
• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.
• Awareness of HSE compliance in chemical or manufacturing environments.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary £40 - 45k
• 31 days holiday
• Working hours 7.45am - 4.15pm Mon-Thurs Friday 7am - 1pm
• Free on-site parking
• Life Insurance
• Company pension scheme