Contract Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Synergi Recruitment; Hoveringham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a 3-shift rotation at their industrial site in Hoveringham. The role involves ensuring the smooth operation of machinery through preventative and reactive maintenance. The ideal candidate will hold an Electrical NVQ Level 3 and have strong industrial electrical experience. Benefits include ongoing long-term contracts and overtime opportunities. Join a dynamic team focused on safety and quality in the construction industry.

Benefits

Ongoing, long-term contract

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong industrial electrical experience and confidence with large machinery.
• Ability to independently fault find, diagnose, and repair electrical issues.
• Excellent spoken English and proactive, safety-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Fault-find and repair within control panels and electrical circuits.
• Support shift handovers and assist during breakdowns and urgent maintenance.

Skills

Electrical NVQ Level 3

Knowledge of Wiring Regulations

Electrical fault finding

Technical documentation competency

Proactive safety focus

Education

Electrical NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

PLC programming knowledge

Job description

Our client is a leading UK manufacturer of essential building products. Operating across 17 sites in the UK, they provide high-quality products that support both traditional and modern construction methods, ensuring the continued growth of the UK construction industry.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

We’re seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join an industrial manufacturing site, working across a 3‑shift rotation (days, afternoons, nights). You’ll be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of machinery used in the production of concrete slabs, through both reactive and planned maintenance.

• Performing planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on electrical systems and production machinery.
• Fault‑finding and repair within control panels and electrical circuits.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.
• Adhering strictly to all Health & Safety and PPE requirements on site.
• Supporting shift handovers and assisting during breakdowns or urgent maintenance.
• Occasionally working weekends (Saturday or Sunday, day shift) as required.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Electrical NVQ Level 3 (or UK‑recognised equivalent).
• 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (18th preferred).
• Strong industrial electrical experience and confidence working with large machinery.
• Ability to fault find, diagnose, and repair electrical issues independently.
• Competent with technical documentation and drawings.
• Excellent spoken English and a proactive, safety‑focused attitude.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and flexible with working hours.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Based within a reasonable distance to location.

Desirable Skills:

• PLC fault‑finding or programming knowledge.
• Additional electrical or mechanical qualifications.
• Experience within industrial manufacturing or similar heavy engineering environments.
• Strong team player with good communication and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits include:

• Ongoing, long‑term contract
• Overtime opportunities

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with us or apply below!