HANDY PERSON / ENGINEERING ASSISTANT Location: Halifax HX3 Contract: 6 Month Temporary Contract Pay Rate: £14.00 - £14.50 per hour Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Major Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing company in the Halifax area who are looking to add a Handy Person / Engineering Assistant on a 6 month fixed term contract. This is a hands-on, varied role designed to support the Engineering team and help maintain an organised, efficient and safe factory environment. The successful candidate will assist with a range of practical maintenance and site upkeep tasks, helping to relieve pressure on the engineering team and keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. The position will involve a mix of indoor and outdoor work, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a varied role and taking initiative. Key Responsibilities Supporting the Engineering team with general maintenance tasks Assisting with basic machine repairs (with guidance from engineers when required) Supporting factory organisation and tidiness across production and engineering areas Hanging and installing new signage around the factory where required Carrying out general housekeeping across the factory and work areas Painting and minor refurbishment work where needed Tidying and organising cables and pipework using clips and fixings Supporting grounds maintenance and external site upkeep Carrying out general maintenance and upkeep around the site Acting as a link between Production and Engineering teams to help keep operations flowing efficiently Identifying and reporting any maintenance issues or potential hazards What We're Looking For The ideal candidate will be practical, reliable and proactive, with a willingness to support different departments when needed. Previous experience in one of the following roles would be beneficial: Handy Person Maintenance Assistant Engineering Assistant Facilities or Site Maintenance Operative Key skills and qualities: Hands-on approach with good practical skills Ability to carry out basic repairs and maintenance tasks Comfortable using basic tools and equipment Organised and proactive attitude Able to work both indoors and outdoors Good communication skills Reliable and safety-conscious INDAC