Maintenance Engineer

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Operative

Dorset | Competitive Salary + Benefits 

I'm currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing engineering business for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Operative to join their site-based maintenance team in Winfrith.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional with both electrical and mechanical experience to join a business investing heavily in its facilities, equipment, and people.

Working as part of a skilled maintenance team, you'll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and safe operation of site assets, whilst supporting ongoing improvement and project activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across site equipment and assets
• Diagnose faults and undertake reactive maintenance repairs efficiently and safely
• Support installation, commissioning, and modification projects
• Conduct inspections, condition monitoring, and statutory maintenance checks
• Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using CMMS systems
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and permit-to-work procedures
• Work closely with engineering, operations, and project teams to minimise downtime and maximise asset reliability

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Recognised apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline
• Plumbing
• Building repairs
• At least 5 years' maintenance experience within an industrial or process environment
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical fault-finding skills
• Experience using CMMS systems such as MaintMaster, SAP, or Maximo
• Understanding of permit-to-work systems and safe systems of work
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Mechanical apprenticeship, HNC, or equivalent qualification
• Experience supporting installation and commissioning projects
• SMSTS, SSSTS, CSCS, CCNSG, JIB, or CITB certifications
• Previous experience within a highly regulated or safety-critical environment

What's in it for You?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Excellent work-life balance
• Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing organisation
• Varied and technically challenging work
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement

If you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer or Multi-Skilled Maintenance Operative looking for your next challenge, I'd be keen to speak with you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.