Multi skilled maintenance engineer

Company pension contributions of up to 8% combined and an annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus Bank Holidays are just a few of the perks that the Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer will enjoy whilst working for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with over 20 worldwide locations employing 1000+ staff. This employer is recognised globally for quality and innovative deliverables.

The successful Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer will be easily able to commute to Huddersfield from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield, and Brighouse.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to maximise machine uptime and reliability.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on mechanical and electrical systems, minimising downtime.
• Maintain, overhaul, and repair CNC machines, PLC‑controlled equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, gearboxes, and valves.
• Install, commission, and relocate machinery and carry out electrical work, including single and three‑phase systems.
• Identify root causes of issues and implement cost‑effective, long‑term engineering solutions.
• Support apprentices and junior engineers while ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards.

Rotating AM & PM shifts working an average of 37 hours per week – 18% shift allowance is applicable:

• Monday to Friday 06:30 to 14:30
• Monday to Thursday 14:30 to 22:00
• Friday 14:30 to 18:30

• A recognised electrical or mechanical qualification (apprenticeship, HNC or equivalent).
• Strong experience within a manufacturing or production maintenance environment.
• Proven fault‑finding ability across electrical, mechanical, and PLC systems.
• Experience working with CNC machinery, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings.
• Good communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.

• Basic Salary: £48,000 – £51,500 + 18% Shift Allowance – up to £60,700
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Flexi Time – flexible working hours apply which allow you to accrue up to an additional 12 days annual leave per annum
• Pension – Up to 8% employer contribution
• Death In Service – Up to 5x basic salary (only if enrolled in the pension scheme)
• Health Care Cash Plan – provides reimbursement for healthcare appointments, including dental, physiotherapy, and other eligible treatments.