Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

WF10, Castleford, City and Borough of Wakefield
£35000 - £43000/annum

We are looking for a motivated, Maintenance Engineer (mechanical bias), ideally with some electrical knowledge, to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of production machinery and facilities. The role involves planned and reactive maintenance, fault-finding, and supporting continuous improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out routine and reactive maintenance across machinery and facilities
  • Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
  • Contribute to process improvement and machinery efficiency initiatives
  • Maintain excellent housekeeping and workshop standards
  • Support shift handovers and provide guidance to operational staff

Skills & Requirements:

  • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  • Multi-skilled maintenance experience, ideally with electrical knowledge
  • Experience in a manufacturing, printing, or production environment preferred
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of safe systems of work (permits, risk assessments, method statements)
  • Excellent communication skills, flexible and proactive approach
  • Microsoft Office competency
  • Driving license desirable; FLT & IPAF certification advantageous

Benefits:- Training and career development opportunities- Shift work allowance- Supportive, quality-focused work environment

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