Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Barnsley Recruitment Services LTD
We are currnely looking to recruit a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (electrical Biased) based in – Leeds (LS9)
Salary: £58,000 per annum (DOE)
Shifts: Rotating Monday–Friday (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm / 10pm–6am)
A long‑established, industry‑leading packaging manufacturer in Leeds is looking for an Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer to join their high‑performance engineering team. If you’re a skilled engineer with strong electrical expertise and experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, this role offers stability, challenge, and genuine progression.
The role
You’ll be a key engineering contact on shift, supporting production, improving machinery performance, and driving continuous improvement across the site. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll work on a wide range of automated equipment, tackling both reactive and preventative maintenance.
Day‑to‑day you will:
-
Respond to breakdowns and minimise downtime
-
Carry out planned and preventative maintenance
-
Fault‑find across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
-
Work with PLCs to diagnose and repair issues
-
Support improvement projects to boost efficiency, safety and output
-
Ensure compliance with all quality, safety and hygiene standards
-
Assist with installations, commissioning and equipment upgrades
What you’ll need
-
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
-
Strong electrical bias; 17th/18th Edition desirable
-
Experience in manufacturing maintenance
-
Confident fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
-
Knowledge of PLCs (programming a bonus)
-
Understanding of LEAN, TPM or 5S is beneficial
-
A proactive, organised and team‑focused approach
-
Full driving licence and own transport
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward‑thinking manufacturer where your skills will make a real impact. If you’re driven, technically strong and ready for your next challenge, apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.