Job Description - Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Engineer in Somercotes, Alfreton (DE55), DE55 4QQ | DFS Furniture Ltd Find a job Post a job Sign up Never miss an opportunity. We’ll find jobs that fit Get Started Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Vehicle Technician Autoscan Burnaston, Derby (DE65), DE1 9TA £13.85 per hour (£13.85 PAYE or £18.00 Ltd) 6 days ago Sales and Estimator Manpower UK Nottingham (NG1), NG1 2AP 38000.00 1 week ago Maintenance Engineer ATA Recruitment Annesley, Nottingham (NG15), NG15 0DR £48k - 53k per year + Excellent benefits - see advert for details 3 weeks ago Repair and Maintenance Operative Severn Trent Water Limited Ravensdale, Mansfield (NG18), NG18 2RJ £32,614 per annum + Shift Allowance (approx £9231 per annum once train 3 weeks ago Blinds and Curtains Installer Hillarys Blinds Long Eaton (NG10) £50,000+ earnings p/a 1 week ago Diagnostic Technician - Multi Franchise Stoneacre Motor Group. Derby (DE21), DE21 7GW 45000 a year 1 month ago Maintenance Engineer Robertson Recruitment Services Ltd Ilkeston (DE7) £45,000 per annum 2 days ago Maintenance Technician ASC Connections Ltd Portland Ind Est, Nottingham (NG17), NG17 7LD £43000 - £48500 per annum 1 day ago Maintenance Engineer ATA Recruitment Newstead Abbey, Nottingham (NG15), NG15 8AE £50k - 53k per year + Overtime, Training and Clear progression 4 weeks ago Injection Moulding Setter ASC Connections Ltd Portland Ind Est, Nottingham (NG17), NG17 7LD £32000 - £38000 per annum 2 days ago Maintenance Engineer DFS Furniture Ltd View Profile Somercotes, Alfreton (DE55), DE55 4QQ Permanent Contract; On-site Published: 2 days ago £30,900.00 per annum Unavailable Save Maintenance Engineer DFS Furniture Ltd Unavailable About Us: It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home — and that’s just what we do at DFS. We’re the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969. About the role: Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you will be a key member of the engineering team dedicated to maximising manufacturing productivity through proactive maintenance and minimising downtime. In this role, you will ensure machinery is kept in optimal, safe working condition while leading regulatory inspections, risk assessments, and the development of Safe Systems of Work (SSOW). You will also play a vital role in continuous improvement—supporting new machinery implementation, managing site contractors, maintaining accurate inventory and incident reports, and mentoring the next generation of talent by providing support and training to engineering apprentices. Here’s what we offer:The Highlights Competitive Pay : With an annual salary of £30,900 Total hours 38.5 on average per week Working hours 6am - 6pm Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2 - Wednesday, Thursday Position will be multi-site, but based from Lincoln House, Alfreton. Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us. There’s more… Generous holiday allowance– the time you need to rest and relax and the longer you’re with us, the more time you’ll get. Opportunity to purchase additional holidays each year. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave:to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member. Discounts: Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, discounts for friends and family plus discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers Wellbeing Perks:Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships. Pension and Savings:Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes. Life Assurance & Sick Pay: Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay. What you'll be doing: Ensuring all machinery and equipment is kept in a safe working condition. Keeping machinery and equipment downtime to a minimum. Carrying out proactive planned maintenance tasks Carrying out reactive maintenance tasks Carrying out machine/equipment improvements to improve safety and/or efficiency. Diagnosing faults effectively and making good whenever possible. Implementing minor electrical installation works (depending on qualifications) Carrying out mechanical repair and/or replacement of equipment Ensuring all tasks are risk assessed through site specific, job specific or dynamic risk assessments. Sourcing parts and materials from suppliers and arranging procurement Administering work permits and monitoring 3rd party contractors. Keeping accurate records Updating and maintaining the maintenance records Keeping work areas clean and tidy at all times We’re looking for someone who: 5+ years' experience in maintenance role Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, pneumatic and mechanical systems Able to demonstrate strong analytical thinking and have strong decision making skills Good literacy and numeracy skills, able to keep a track of and report on activity Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Team player Adaptable and flexible Tidy worker with good organisational skills. Develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues Our Commitment to Inclusion: We’re committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and supporting Doncaster Pride, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you. (All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks.) Unavailable DFS Furniture Ltd Real Estate 48 Jobs The company is part of Company Profile In Short Industry Retail Founded 1969 Location Doncaster Company size 1000+ MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME WITH DFS! Did you know a DFS sofa is in one-third of Britain’s homes? Since 1969, we’ve been creating, marketing, and selling sofas that reflect people’s unique styles and tastes. We’ve always led the market, bringing comfort and great design to communities both online and in person. We’re the UK’s leading sofa retail specialist, but here’s the secret to our success - it’s our people. They’re at the heart of what we do, and together, they’re crafting us towards our ambitious future. WE'RE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER We extend a warm welcome to everyone, weaving together a range of voices and perspectives to create a truly inclusive culture. As we strive to build a workplace that better reflects the diverse communities we serve, we encourage applications from under-represented groups. At DFS Group, we’re not just a place where everyone is welcome - we’re a place where everyone truly belongs. READY TO MAKE YOURSELF AT DFS? Take a look at our Careers site to see our newest opportunities and join the team... Similar Maintenance Engineer Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Vehicle Technician Autoscan Burnaston, Derby (DE65), DE1 9TA £13.85 per hour (£13.85 PAYE or £18.00 Ltd) 6 days ago Sales and Estimator Manpower UK Nottingham (NG1), NG1 2AP 38000.00 1 week ago Maintenance Engineer ATA Recruitment Annesley, Nottingham (NG15), NG15 0DR £48k - 53k per year + Excellent benefits - see advert for details 3 weeks ago Repair and Maintenance Operative Severn Trent Water Limited Ravensdale, Mansfield (NG18), NG18 2RJ £32,614 per annum + Shift Allowance (approx £9231 per annum once train 3 weeks ago Blinds and Curtains Installer Hillarys Blinds Long Eaton (NG10) £50,000+ earnings p/a 1 week ago Diagnostic Technician - Multi Franchise Stoneacre Motor Group. Derby (DE21), DE21 7GW 45000 a year 1 month ago Maintenance Engineer Robertson Recruitment Services Ltd Ilkeston (DE7) £45,000 per annum 2 days ago Maintenance Technician ASC Connections Ltd Portland Ind Est, Nottingham (NG17), NG17 7LD £43000 - £48500 per annum 1 day ago Maintenance Engineer ATA Recruitment Newstead Abbey, Nottingham (NG15), NG15 8AE £50k - 53k per year + Overtime, Training and Clear progression 4 weeks ago Injection Moulding Setter ASC Connections Ltd Portland Ind Est, Nottingham (NG17), NG17 7LD £32000 - £38000 per annum 2 days ago Maintenance Engineer jobs Maintenance Engineer jobs in Alfreton Engineering jobs Engineering jobs in Alfreton Maintenance jobs Maintenance jobs in Alfreton Jobs in Alfreton Mechanical Engineer jobs Maintenance Manager jobs Mechanic Engineer jobs Mechanical Technician jobs Maintenance Operative jobs Mechanical Installation Engineer jobs Heavy Duty Mechanic jobs Industrial Maintenance Engineer jobs Mechanic jobs Maintenance Technician jobs Engineer Maintenance jobs Maintenance Engineering jobs Engineering Maintenance Technician jobs Maintenance Agent jobs Highways Maintenance Engineer jobs Get hired. Find success. Totaljobs About us Careers at Totaljobs Press Partners Privacy policy Terms and conditions Cookies Legal and compliance Accessibility Jobseekers Salary Planner Jobseeker help centre Career advice Recruiters Post job ads Recruiting news Courses Contact us - recruiters Recruit internationally Download App store Play store The Stepstone Group UK Ltd © 2026 We use cookies We use cookies to operate our website, measure how people use our services to help us improve them, enrich usage profiles and personalise the content displayed to you. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising, and analytics partners, who may combine it with other information, to show you relevant ads on other websites, and to measure the performance of our advertising. Some cookies are essential for the operation of our website. If you would prefer us not to use the non-essential cookies, click “Just necessary”, but please be aware that this may impact your experience of our site and the services we are able to offer. Click “Accept” if you’re happy for us to place these cookies. You can change your mind at any time. Store and / or access information on a device Cookies, device identifiers, or other information can be stored or accessed on your device for the purposes presented to you. Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development Ads and content can be personalised based on a profile. More data can be added to better personalise ads and content. The performance of ads and content can be measured. Insights about audiences who have viewed the ads and content can be extracted. Data can be used to build or improve user experience, systems and software. Display third-party content (social networks, videos) Content from social networks and embedded content from third-party providers can be displayed. Identifiers derived from authentications If an identifier is created based on authentication data, such as contact details associated with online accounts you have set up on websites or apps (e.g. email address, phone number) or customer identifiers (e.g. an identifier provided by your telecommunications provider), then this identifier can be used to recognize you across websites, apps and devices if you are logged in with the same contact details. Just Necessary Accept All Cookie Settings You can also exercise your right to object to data processing based on legitimate interests under “Privacy Policy”. Privacy Policy Cookie policy
Original job Maintenance Engineer posted on GrabJobs ©. To flag any issues with this job please use the Report Job button on GrabJobs.
Report Job
Report Job