via indeed · 1 June 2026 ·5 days ago

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (NIGHTS)

W.E Rawson
Wakefield Full-time
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Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Multi\-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team within a fast\-paced textile manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving a wide range of textile production machinery and site equipment to ensure maximum uptime and operational efficiency.

This role requires both electrical and mechanical maintenance expertise, with a proactive approach to fault finding, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement.

This is a night shift position which will be 22:00\-06:00

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on textile manufacturing machinery and associated equipment.

  • Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise production downtime.

  • Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.

  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.

  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

  • Support continuous improvement projects to improve machine reliability and efficiency.

  • Install and commission new machinery and equipment when required.

  • Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and in compliance with company procedures.

  • Maintain accurate records using maintenance logs.

  • Work collaboratively with production teams to achieve operational targets.

Skills \& Experience RequiredEssential
  • Proven experience in a multi\-skilled maintenance role within a manufacturing environment.

  • Strong mechanical and electrical fault\-finding abilities.

  • Experience working with PLC\-controlled machinery.

  • Knowledge of motors, drives, sensors, conveyors, pumps, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

  • Ability to work independently and under pressure in a production environment.

  • Good understanding of health \& safety procedures.

  • Excellent problem\-solving and communication skills.

Desirable
  • Experience within the textile manufacturing industry.

  • 17th/18th Edition electrical qualification.

  • PLC programming/troubleshooting experience.

  • Welding or fabrication skills.

  • Experience using CMMS systems.

Qualifications
  • NVQ Level 3 / City \& Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).

  • Time\-served apprenticeship preferred.

  • HNC/HND in Engineering desirable.

Personal Attributes
  • Reliable and proactive attitude.

  • Strong attention to detail.

  • Team player with a flexible approach to work.

  • Committed to continuous improvement and high engineering standards.

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.

  • Company pension scheme.

Pay: £45,000\.00\-£50,000\.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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