Electrical Maintenance Engineer in Wakefield

Job Description

Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician
West Yorkshire

Full-time Rotating Shift Pattern (Average 41 Hours Per Week)

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• Early Shift: 6:00am – 2:00pm

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• Late Shift: 2:00pm – 10:00pm

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• Night Shift: 10:00pm – 6:00am

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• Weekend cover required on a rotational basis

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Benefits

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• Competitive holiday allowance plus bank holidays

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• Company pension scheme

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• Health and wellbeing support programme

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• Retail and lifestyle discount platform

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• Employee assistance support

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• Ongoing training and funded development opportunities

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• Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing operation

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a busy automated distribution operation in West Yorkshire. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of site equipment and operational systems.

The position involves carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a range of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

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• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on automated equipment and machinery

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• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults efficiently

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• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimise operational downtime

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• Support site improvement and engineering projects

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• Liaise with third-party contractors and service providers when required

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• Assist in maintaining site facilities and operational equipment standards

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This role is physically active and will require prolonged periods of standing and walking, alongside occasional lifting, bending, kneeling, and working in confined areas.

Skills & Experience Required

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• Recognised Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

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• Previous experience within an engineering or maintenance environment

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• Experience working with automated handling or conveyor systems

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• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across electrical and mechanical systems

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• Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-moving environment

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Desirable

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• IOSH, NEBOSH, or similar health & safety certification

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• Experience supporting or coordinating engineering teams

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• Exposure to continuous improvement or automation projects

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