Multiskilled Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Emmerson Kitney Engineering & Operations; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in timber engineering is seeking a Multiskilled Engineer with an electrical bias. The role involves maintaining and improving production equipment, ensuring efficiency, and contributing to safety and productivity. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for training and career development

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar multiskilled maintenance role.
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ensure machinery operates efficiently with minimal downtime.
• Assist in projects and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Problem-solving

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering NVQ Level 3

HNC

Job description

WJ Group is a leading name in the timber engineering and treatment industry, providing high-quality timber solutions to a wide range of industries. With a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, we are looking for a highly skilled and adaptable Multiskilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join their dynamic team.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Multiskilled Engineer with an electrical bias to maintain, repair, and improve our production equipment and facilities. The role involves ensuring the efficient running of machinery, reducing downtime, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the company. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and productive work environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on a range of electrical and mechanical systems
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and implement effective repairs
• Ensure machinery operates efficiently with minimal downtime
• Support and improve automation, control systems, and electrical installations
• Conduct routine inspections and servicing of production equipment
• Maintain and update maintenance records and documentation
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment
• Assist in projects and process improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency
• Work closely with other departments to minimize disruption to production

Key Skills & Experience:

• Qualified in Electrical Engineering (NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a similar multiskilled maintenance role, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Good mechanical knowledge and ability to support mechanical repairs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations and compliance
• Full and clean driving license

What WJ Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for training and career development
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• The chance to work with cutting-edge timber engineering technology