Facilities Maintenance Engineer

  • Permanent
  • Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Posted: 11th May 2026
  • Salary: Up to £32400 per annum + plus extensive benefits package
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH16704
  • Industry:
  • Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

Facilities Maintenance Engineer Required! £18.90 per hour, Three-day weekends, 33 holidays and a 10% pension scheme are just a few of the perks you can expect when working out of this state-of-the-art facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Facilities Maintenance Engineer looking for long-term stability and a varied role.

Due to recent growth and acquisitions, this organisation is introducing a new product line, creating exponential growth and entry into brand new markets. The company offers genuine long-term security, with work secured and forecasted years in advance. They are now looking to appoint a Facilities Maintenance Engineer to strengthen their site support team.

We are keen to speak with an experienced Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join this growing operation. Formal qualifications are not essential – proven hands-on experience as a Facilities Maintenance Engineer is what matters most.

Facilities Maintenance Engineer Requirements:

  • Proven experience working as a Facilities Maintenance Engineer or in a similar facilities or site maintenance role within manufacturing, industrial or commercial environments

  • Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills

  • Experience maintaining building services such as lighting, power distribution, emergency lighting, fire alarms and HVAC systems

  • Ability to carry out both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance

  • Basic mechanical skills (plumbing, minor fabric repairs, general building maintenance)

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation

  • Proactive mindset with strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Facilities Maintenance Engineer Responsibilities:

  • Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across the site’s facilities and infrastructure

  • Maintaining electrical distribution systems and general building services

  • Ensuring compliance with health & safety and site regulations

  • Liaising with and supervising external contractors when required

  • Identifying and implementing improvements to enhance site reliability and efficiency

  • Responding promptly to breakdowns to minimise disruption

Working Hours:

Week 1: Monday to Friday – 06:00 to 14:00 (37.5 hours per week) – £15.14 per hour
Week 2: Monday to Thursday – 12:30 to 22:00 (36 hours per week) – £18.90 per hour

In Return, the Facilities Maintenance Engineer Will Receive:

  • Annual Salary: £32,400 (inclusive of shift allowance)

  • Generous overtime paid at premium rates

  • Holiday Entitlement: 33 Days including bank holidays

  • Pension Scheme: 10% Combined contribution

  • Paid breaks

  • 3x annual salary death in service

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Frequent companywide social events

This employer is based in Leeds, meaning the successful Facilities Maintenance Engineer will easily be able to commute from surrounding towns and cities including Bradford, Dewsbury, Huddersfield, Halifax, Wakefield, Castleford, Pontefract, Bingley and Keighley.

To apply for this Facilities Maintenance Engineer position, please click “Apply Now” and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Conor Wood at E3 Recruitment for more information.

 
 

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