My client a well known manufacturing business based in West Yorkshire are looking to recruit a proactive Maintenance Technician to join a dynamic engineering team. This role is ideally suited to a hands-on professional with a strong mechanical background and a proven track record in both planned and reactive maintenance environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond rapidly to equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults, and implement effective repairs to minimise downtime.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities in line with schedules and operational requirements.
• Work extensively with mechanical systems including hydraulics, gearboxes, bearings, shafts, and drive systems.
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring faults and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of machinery and equipment where required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with health & safety standards at all times.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimise machine performance and reliability.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience working in a maintenance role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in hydraulics, gears, bearings, and general mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated experience in both reactive (breakdown) and planned maintenance strategies.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible approach with a willingness to support shift patterns or on-call requirements if needed.
• Relevant engineering qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Basic electrical knowledge or multi-skilled capability.

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