About Us
Gear4music is one of the world's largest online retailers of musical instruments and equipment. Our warehouse and distribution sites play a vital role in supporting our global customers and keeping our operations running safely and efficiently is critical to our success.
Location
York - Clifton Moor
Department
Warehouse
Job Type
Full time
Contract Type
Permanent
The Role
As a Warehouse Maintenance Engineer you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and improving a wide range of warehouse systems and equipment to ensure minimal downtime and safe operation. You will work closely with Operations and Health & Safety teams to support a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. This is a practical role suited to someone who enjoys problem‑solving, fault‑finding and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on warehouse equipment and facilities
* Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime
* Support the maintenance of conveyor systems, racking, dock levellers, doors and building services
* Ensure all work is completed in line with Health & Safety requirements and safe systems of work
* Support contractor management and oversee third‑party maintenance activities where required
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and logs
* Identify opportunities for equipment improvements and preventive maintenance
* Support site compliance with statutory inspections and safety checks
* Respond to breakdowns in a timely and effective manner
About You
You will be a practical, reliable engineer comfortable working in a busy warehouse or industrial environment and understand the importance of safety, quality and teamwork.
* Proven experience in a maintenance engineering role within a warehouse, distribution or industrial environment
* Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
* Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements in an operational setting
* Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Desirable
* Mechanical or electrical engineering qualification
* Experience with conveyors, automation or warehouse systems
* Multi‑skilled (mechanical and electrical) background
* CompTIA A+ entry level IT certification
* Experience working with CMMS systems
* IPAF licence and PASMA qualification
Working Hours
This is a full‑time role working 39.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm with a one‑hour lunch break, plus an early finish on Fridays. The role may occasionally require out‑of‑hours work or weekend support.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Company pension
* Staff discount on Gear4music products
* Opportunities for training and development
* A supportive team environment at our York distribution site
How To Apply
If you’re an experienced maintenance engineer looking for a practical role in a fast‑paced warehouse environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and help keep Gear4music's York distribution operations running smoothly and safely.
As one of the fastest‑growing retailers of musical instruments and equipment, Gear4music is proud to be at the forefront of the music industry. We are more than just a retailer; we are a community of music enthusiasts committed to providing the best possible online shopping experience for our customers. Our passion for music drives us to constantly innovate and improve our offerings, and we are always looking for talented individuals who share our vision.
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