Maintenance engineer

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer
Location: Rotherham, S60 (Close to Meadowhall, Sheffield)
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: This role is available on either permanent nights (Mon–Thurs, 8pm–6am) or permanent weekends (Fri–Sun, 6am–6pm).

Verus Recruitment is partnering with a leading manufacturing company based in South Yorkshire. Supplying OEMs across industries such as defence, security, construction, quarrying, recycling, and rail, they operate across two facilities in Rotherham with a wide range of in-house capabilities including laser cutting, CNC machining, fabrication, welding, shot blasting, painting, and assembly.

We are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team.
You will play a key role in keeping production running smoothly by ensuring equipment reliability and minimising downtime.

About the Role:

• Organising routine servicing / PPM schedules across multiple machines
• Researching machine operation principles to support repairs
• Diagnosing and fitting new parts
• Responding promptly to breakdowns and resolving faults
• Conducting scheduled checks, overhauls, and part replacements
• Collaborating with OEM engineers and the H&S department
• Modifying machinery to meet operational requirements
• Sourcing parts during breakdowns
• Independently fault-finding on complex machinery
• Working at height when required
• Interpreting and applying schematic drawings in diagnostics

About You:

• Proven experience in maintenance, repairs, and breakdowns within a metal fabrication / manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrics (400v 3-phase)
• Practical expertise across pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and electrical systems
• Skilled problem solver with a hands-on approach to issues on the shop floor
• Flexible and adaptable, able to meet changing operational needs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Quality-focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 33 days holiday (including statutory public holidays)
• Free, secure onsite parking
• Life Assurance Plan (Death in Service)
• Monthly prize draw incentives
• Company pension scheme
• Reduced gym membership
• Access to a healthcare scheme
• Colleague referral program with financial rewards
• Training and development opportunities tailored to your career growth
• Participation in company-wide initiatives celebrating team success

Why apply? This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a supportive manufacturing environment. With ongoing investment in equipment, a commitment to quality, and a strong team culture, this role is perfect for a Maintenance Engineer looking to make a real impact.

For more information, contact our Sheffield Team on .
Verus Recruitment Partners is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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