Site Engineer (Print Manufacturing) (Ref: PT3267)

NEW VACANCY! (PT3267)

SITE ENGINEER (PRINT MANUFACTURING)

WEST YORKSHIRE

£TBC (Contact me for more information) + 37.5 Hour Working Week + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Overtime (Time ¼ Mon-Fri / Time ½ Saturday / Double Time Sunday) + Early Finish on Fridays

Our client is a well-established and highly respected printing company based in West Yorkshire, specialising in litho, digital print and business forms. They are looking to recruit a Site Engineer to join their team.

This is a predominantly mechanical engineering role, responsible for maintaining and supporting a wide range of print production and finishing equipment, whilst also carrying out general maintenance across the site and its facilities. Previous experience within the print industry would be a distinct advantage, however candidates from other manufacturing or engineering environments will also be considered. Basic electrical fault-finding experience would be beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across print production and finishing machinery.
• Diagnose and repair predominantly mechanical faults.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns, minimising downtime and ensuring production targets are met.
• Assist with the installation, relocation and commissioning of machinery and equipment.
• Support the maintenance of the company's facilities, including compressed air systems, pipework, water services and general factory infrastructure (excluding specialist servicing).
• Carry out routine inspections of plant, machinery and site facilities to identify potential issues before they become critical.
• Liaise closely with production teams to prioritise repairs and minimise disruption.
• Maintain maintenance records, service logs and parts inventory.
• Order replacement parts and consumables when required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company Health & Safety procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and factory efficiency.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or similar engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical engineering experience is essential.
• Basic electrical engineering and fault-finding skills would be advantageous.
• Experience maintaining production machinery, manufacturing equipment or industrial plant.
• Knowledge of print production or finishing equipment would be highly desirable, but is not essential.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and engineering drawings.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach to preventative maintenance and continuous improvement.

To apply for the role please send a copy of your CV