Maintenance Engineer; Shift

Position: Maintenance Engineer (Shift) (Permanent)
Job Title:

Maintenance Engineer

Location:

Barnsley

Employment Type:

Full-Time

The Opportunity:

Our client, a well-established manufacturing business based in Barnsley, is looking to recruit a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their Maintenance team. This is a hands-on role providing technical support and maintenance services, ensuring machines and equipment operate efficiently and safely. The position operates on a continental shift pattern, 4 days on, 4 days off, consisting of two day shifts (6am – 6pm) followed by two night shifts (6pm – 6am).

The role offers excellent exposure to mechanical and electrical systems, continuous improvement initiatives, and opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

* Carry out day-to-day project work, preventative maintenance, and reactive breakdown repairs

* Work alongside the technical team to understand the functions of all machines

* Perform mechanical tasks including drilling, tapping, using dies, files, bearings, ultrasonic welders, pneumatic cylinders, and gearboxes

* Operate workshop machinery such as surface grinders, lathes, millers, pillar drills, pedestal grinders, and hydraulic presses

* Read and interpret electrical schematic drawings (Spuhl, LPT, Koch, Friggerio)

* Understand different types of circuits and components, including 3-phase, single-phase, and 24v systems

* Contribute to continuous improvement and the development of maintenance processes
Skills and

Qualifications:

* GCSEs or equivalent

* Minimum Level 3 BTEC in Engineering

* HNC/HND in Engineering preferred but not essential

* Experience in fault finding and problem-solving

* Experience in using workshop machinery

* Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
What’s on

Offer:

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Opportunities for professional development and training

* Hands-on role within a supportive and experienced technical team

* Exposure to a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, hands-on engineer looking to develop their skills in a dynamic and supportive manufacturing environment while working on a continental shift pattern