Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

CV-LibraryHuddersfield, KirkleespermanentPosted: 5 November 2026
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Questech Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Huddersfield.

Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Salary: £19–£21 per hour DOE + 10% Shift Allowance
Hours: 38 hours per week
Shifts: Monday to Friday – Rotating Double Days
Job Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

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Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across the site.

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Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults on production machinery.

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Maintaining bulk handling systems, automated transport equipment and filling machinery.

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Working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

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Responding to breakdowns efficiently to minimise production downtime.

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Recording maintenance activities using a computerised maintenance management system (CMMS).

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Supporting continuous improvement projects and root cause analysis.

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Working closely with production teams to improve machinery reliability and efficiency.

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Ensuring all maintenance work complies with health and safety regulations.

The Person

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Apprentice-trained in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

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Previous experience working as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

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Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.

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Experience working with hydraulics and pneumatics.

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Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

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18th Edition qualification required for electrically biased engineers.

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Fabrication and welding experience would be advantageous.

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Knowledge of PUWER regulations and safe working practices.

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A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills.

Salary & Benefits

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Hourly Rate: £19–£21 per hour, depending on experience.

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Shift Allowance: Additional 10%.

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Working Hours: 38 hours per week.

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Shift Pattern:

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Earlies: Monday–Thursday 6am–2pm, Friday 6am–12pm.

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Afters: Monday–Thursday 2pm–10pm, Friday 12pm–6pm.

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Permanent position.

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Free onsite gym and weekly fitness classes.

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Training and professional development opportunities.

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Supportive and established engineering team.

If you're an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a new opportunity in Huddersfield, please apply with your updated CV for further information

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