Maintenance Engineer in HG1

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer \nOngoing Contract\n£38 per hour \nLocation: Near Harrogate\nClosing Date: 2nd July 2026\n\ngap technical is proud to be representing an established manufacturing business in their search for a Contract Maintenance Engineer to join their team at their facility near Harrogate.\n\nRole Overview\n\nAs a Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the manufacturing process by responding to breakdowns, conducting scheduled maintenance, and driving continuous improvements. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual with a strong engineering background to join a dynamic and supportive team.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nRespond effectively to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner, ensuring production downtime is minimized\n\nCarry out planned preventative maintenance and corrective work\n\nIdentify and resolve recurring machine and processing faults\n\nWork collaboratively with operational staff and assist in major repairs\n\nTrain operators in basic maintenance tasks to promote first-line maintenance capability\n\nMaintain machinery to a high standard of safety and performance\n\nContribute to continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve processes\n\nCandidate Requirements\n\nIdeally time-served engineering apprenticeship\n\nExperience in a Food, FMCG, or Packaging Manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential\n\nStrong communication, planning, and organisational skills\n\nAbility to work cross-functionally and support team members\n\nFlexible, hands-on approach to problem-solving\n\nDesirable Qualifications:\n\n17th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations\n\nPLC knowledge and or certified training\n\nBenefits\n\nCompetitive hourly rate of 38.00 per hour Inside IR35\n\nOpportunity to work in a reputable manufacturing environment\n\nCross-skilling and training opportunities available\n\nHow to Apply\n\nClick the Apply Now button and upload your CV.\n\nFor questions or to explore other opportunities, please contact us on (phone number removed).\n\nThis vacancy is being advertised by gap technical, who are operating as an employment business. We are committed to fair recruitment practices and select candidates based solely on suitability for the role.\n\nBy applying, you consent to your data being processed in line with our Privacy Policy