Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

CV Technical; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer in York, offering a secure role in a well-structured manufacturing business. Key responsibilities include performing planned maintenance and responding to breakdowns in line with health & safety standards. Candidates should have mechanical and/or electrical maintenance knowledge, along with relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 3. The position provides competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a maintenance engineering role within manufacturing.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in food or FMCG manufacturing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production machinery.
• Respond to machinery breakdowns and complete effective fault finding.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance knowledge

Electrical maintenance knowledge

Ability to read technical drawings

Experience with PLCs and automated systems

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or equivalent)

Job description

Join a leading engineering team where your skills are valued and your development is supported.

Our Client are hiring a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to work across a large, well‑structured site in York. With a team of engineers on‑site and access to progression and training opportunities, this is an ideal role for engineers with a strong background in heavy industry, FMCG, or food production.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production machinery and equipment
• Respond promptly to machinery breakdowns, completing effective fault finding and repairs
• Work on both mechanical and electrical systems (mechanical or electrical bias considered)
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with health & safety and food hygiene standards
• Provide on‑call cover as required

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Time‑served apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a maintenance engineering role within manufacturing
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical maintenance knowledge
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Experience with PLCs, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and automated systems is advantageous
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment

Background

Food or FMCG manufacturing experience is essential.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Secure role within a well‑established manufacturing business
• Opportunities for training, development, and progression