Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Days

Manpower UK Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer in Sheffield. Responsibilities include maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment, carrying out preventive maintenance, and supporting production teams. The ideal candidate will have industrial experience and strong fault-finding skills. The role offers a competitive salary, straight day shifts, and opportunities for training and progression within the company.

Benefits

Competitive salary + overtime opportunities

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension & additional benefits

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, or similar equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Diagnose faults and complete root-cause analysis.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Work with production teams to minimize downtime.

Skills

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Ability to work safely

Teamwork

Education

Time-served or formally qualified engineer (Mechanical, Electrical or Multi-skilled)

Tools

PLCs

Motors

Conveyors

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team in a fast-paced, slightly heavy manufacturing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on engineer who enjoys autonomy, problem‑solving, and keeping production running smoothly.

About the Role

Working as part of a small, supportive engineering team, you will be responsible for maintaining a range of mechanical and electrical equipment used in our production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs.
• Diagnose faults and complete root‑cause analysis.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Work with production teams to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with site standards.
• Assist with installations, upgrades, and project work when required.

What We're Looking For

• Time-served or formally qualified engineer (Mechanical, Electrical or Multi‑skilled).
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment – heavier industry experience advantageous.
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work safely, independently, and as part of a team.
• Good understanding of PLCs, motors, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, or similar equipment (not all essential).

What We Offer

• Straight day shift: Monday to Friday.
• Competitive salary + overtime opportunities.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Company pension & additional benefits.
• Stable, long‑term role within a growing business.
• Training and progression opportunities.