Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 38,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Winfrith Newburgh Dorset
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Operative
Dorset | Competitive Salary + Benefits
I'm currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing engineering business for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Operative to join their site-based maintenance team in Winfrith.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional with both electrical and mechanical experience to join a business investing heavily in its facilities, equipment, and people.
Working as part of a skilled maintenance team, you'll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and safe operation of site assets, whilst supporting ongoing improvement and project activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across site equipment and assets
* Diagnose faults and undertake reactive maintenance repairs efficiently and safely
* Support installation, commissioning, and modification projects
* Conduct inspections, condition monitoring, and statutory maintenance checks
* Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
* Maintain accurate maintenance records using CMMS systems
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and permit-to-work procedures
* Work closely with engineering, operations, and project teams to minimise downtime and maximise asset reliability
Candidate Requirements
Essential
* Recognised apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline
* Plumbing
* Building repairs
* At least 5 years' maintenance experience within an industrial or process environment
* Strong electrical and/or mechanical fault-finding skills
* Experience using CMMS systems such as MaintMaster, SAP, or Maximo
* Understanding of permit-to-work systems and safe systems of work
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable
* Mechanical apprenticeship, HNC, or equivalent qualification
* Experience supporting installation and commissioning projects
* SMSTS, SSSTS, CSCS, CCNSG, JIB, or CITB certifications
* Previous experience within a highly regulated or safety-critical environment
What's in it for You?
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Excellent work-life balance
* Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing organisation
* Varied and technically challenging work
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities
* Supportive team environment with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement
If you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer or Multi-Skilled Maintenance Operative looking for your next challenge, I'd be keen to speak with you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion