Maintenance Technician

Our client are seeking a skilled and proactive Electrical Maintenance Technician to join their team at their Barnsley site. You will join them on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary.

As one of the UK's leading manufacturers of Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom fitted furniture, they have had unsuppressed growth, with almost 50 years' experience. Their emphasis is on providing a high standard for all their products and the services they offer. They are currently seeking the very best people, to further strengthen their position within the industry by appointing dedicated individuals to share in their success.

As part of their maintenance team, you'll play a key role in ensuring their production equipment runs efficiently, safely, and reliably. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance support across a variety of plant systems and machinery, contributing directly to their operational success. If you have a strong background in machine repair, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and problem solving, this is an excellent opportunity to take your career further in a dynamic, team-driven environment.

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production plant and equipment
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime
• Be able to work well and communicate with on site contractors and remote service engineers
• Diagnose and resolve machine breakdowns swiftly and effectively
• Fault find on mechanical systems i.e. gearboxes etc.
• Have a good understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits
• Maintain accurate records and reports within the CMMS system
• Manage and monitor stock levels of critical parts and equipment
• Mentoring of apprentices

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives on technical challenges and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly.

• Be a qualified and experienced Maintenance Engineer, holding a minimum of 4 years' industrial experience and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Have prior experience working within a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Be able to work a 4 shift rota.

• Week 1: 6am - 4pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
• Week 2: 6am - 2pm Monday to Friday
• Week 3: 10pm - 6am Monday to Friday
• Week 4: 2pm - 10pm Monday to Friday

• Be computer literate, with proven experience using CMMS systems.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and use your own initiative to solve problems effectively.
• Be flexible and willing to work overtime to support production demands and cover holidays or sickness within the department.

This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary.