Maintenance Engineer (Double Days)
We’re supporting a leading manufacturing business in North Yorkshire who are looking for an Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team on a Double Days (6-2, 2-10) rotating shift pattern. This is a key role focused on maximising plant performance, minimising downtime, and ensuring all electrical systems operate safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and ensure all tasks are completed in line with the maintenance system
- Perform electrical fault finding and breakdown response to minimise downtime
- Ensure all statutory inspections and compliance activities are completed on time
- Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on failures and implement preventative solutions
- Work with and manage external contractors, including issuing permits and ensuring safe working practices
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to drive reliability and efficiency
- Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality, and housekeeping
- Liaise with internal departments to coordinate engineering activities and minimise disruption
- Escalate any issues that could impact safety, environment, or product quality
About You
Essential:
- Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience in a similar role
- Strong electrical fault-finding skills across single and three-phase systems
- Experience working with Siemens PLCs (fault finding/troubleshooting)
- Background within FMCG or other fast-paced manufacturing environments
- Ability to work independently and make effective decisions in a shift-based environment
- Strong understanding of safe systems of work and compliance standards
Qualifications:
- Time-served electrical apprenticeship or equivalent
- Recognised electrical qualifications
What's On Offer
- Every 5th Friday off
- Strong salary and benefits package
- Enhanced pension contribution
- Healthcare and well being benefits
- An opportunity to grow and develop your skills in a market leading manufacturer
What's Next?
If you're an experienced Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer, looking to take your career to the next level, click the link to apply! Or, if you know someone who'd be a great fit for this role, we offer £200 vouchers for successfully placed referrals.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Manufacturing & Engineering
Focus: Engineering
Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Salary: £46,000 - £48,000 per annum
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Skipton
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: N5ASQL-72EAF21A
Date posted: 29 June 2026
Consultant: Billy Higginson
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