Maintenance Operative

Overview:
Adept Resourcing is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and respected engineering and manufacturing business based in Pontefract. We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Operative to support the ongoing performance and safety of the facility and its equipment. This is a key position within the operations team, with responsibilities spanning reactive repairs, proactive inspections, and maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and respond to reactive maintenance tasks across the site

• Diagnose and repair faults on a variety of equipment including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems

• Maintain and service welding equipment, fabrication machinery, and general workshop tools

• Support ongoing site upgrades, including preparation for new installations

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and internal standards

• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and report any issues as necessary

Essential Requirements:

• Practical experience in machinery or facilities maintenance, ideally within a welding/fabrication environment

• Good working knowledge of MIG/TIG welding equipment, plasma cutters, CNC machines, and standard workshop tools

• A safety-conscious approach with strong attention to detail

• Able to work independently and contribute positively within a team environment

Desirable:

• NVQ, City & Guilds, or other relevant qualification in mechanical or electrical disciplines

Benefits:

• Salary -13.63 - -14.48 P/H depending on experience

• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), with additional leave based on service

• Annual Christmas shutdown

• Early finish every Friday

• Paid morning and afternoon breaks, plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch

• Free on site parking

• Specsavers vouchers and free workplace health checks

• Death in service scheme

• Salary sacrifice options

• 24/7 access to private GP services for employee and immediate family

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