Elevation Recruitment Group
Liversedge · Posted 20 Oct 2026 · 6 applicants
Wakefield | £50,000–£55,000 | Permanents Nights (Monday–Wednesday, 6:30pm–6:30am)
Benefits:
Responsibilities of a Maintenance Engineer:
Respond immediately to machinery breakdowns to minimise production downtime
Carry out preventative maintenance in line with the scheduled plan
Liaise with the Manager to compile and deliver an improvement list for site equipment, keeping machinery up to date
Maintain accurate spare parts stock levels to minimise disruption to production
Work with other members of the maintenance team on projects to improve the factory
Ensure PLC software and programmes are kept current and up to date across all machinery
Arrange and manage statutory examinations, including PAT testing and high-voltage (HV) examinations, using external contractors where required
Provide daily reports detailing work completed and any upcoming issues
Maintain high standards of housekeeping across internal and external areas
What We’re Looking For:
Level 3 qualification in Maintenance Engineering
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a maintenance role
Strong electrical fault-finding skills within a manufacturing environment
Experience carrying out preventative maintenance and responding to machinery breakdowns
PLC knowledge
This role is commutable from: Leeds, Wakefield, Mirfield, Bradford, Barnsley
Suited candidates previously hold roles such as: Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Technician, Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Technician, Electrical Maintenance Electrician, Industrial Electrician, Electrical Fitter, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer.