Electrical Engineer

Frontline Recruitment Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career mobility opportunities

Referral program

Online learning academy

Mental wellbeing support

Short-term bonus incentives

Job summary

Frontline Recruitment Group is recruiting two Electrical Engineers to Derby, offering a circa £55k salary and a market-leading benefits package. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining high-speed packaging lines, with rotating shifts and a strong emphasis on safety, compliance, and performance.

You’ll lead troubleshooting, execute maintenance tasks, and drive improvements while supporting audits and team development in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Production line experience on high-speed packaging equipment
• Trained to Electrical minimum craft level; ONC/HND preferred
• Fault finding and PLC programming experience (Siemens S5/S7)
• Inverter drives and electrical systems knowledge, HAZ area exposure
• 17th edition qualification advantageous
• Mechanical and pneumatic awareness; IT skills
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving and safety focus
• Experience in GMP/KPI environments

Responsibilities

• Support lines to maintain maximum efficiency and quality standards
• Lead breakdown engineering and ensure right-first-time repairs
• Define, plan and execute maintenance tasks with handovers
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive fixes
• Log maintenance activities into the CMMS accurately
• Drive continuous improvement of equipment performance
• Ensure safety, hygiene and quality standards are met
• Contribute to R&M budgeting and targets
• Own training plans and support team development
• Participate in audits and ensure regulatory compliance

Skills

Production line experience

Fault finding

PLC programming

Inverter drives

Electrical systems

17th Edition

Mechanical know-how

Pneumatic awareness

IT skills

GMP & KPI

Education

ONC/HND preferred

Tools

Siemens PLC

Job description

Electrical Eningeers x 2 - Derby circa £55k plus market leading benefits package

Shift Work (Mornings/afternoons/nights - weekly rotation)

We’re recruiting proactive Electrical Engineers to join our clients high-performing team at in Derby. In this hands‑on role, you’ll be instrumental in maintaining and optimising high‑speed packaging and production lines ensuring products are manufactured and delivered to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. You’ll tackle technical challenges head‑on, lead troubleshooting and CI activities, and take ownership of both planned and reactive maintenance. With a strong focus on safety, compliance, and performance.

Your responsibilities

• Support and ensure lines are operating at maximum efficiency to meet production plans and quality standards
• Lead and coordinate breakdown engineering activities and deliver right‑first‑time repairs
• Define, plan, and execute maintenance tasks with timely and effective handovers
• Complete root cause analysis and implement preventative solutions to reduce downtime
• Log all maintenance and repair activities accurately into the CMMS system
• Drive continuous improvement of equipment performance and support new projects
• Ensure adherence to safety, hygiene, and quality standards across the work area
• Contribute to departmental R&M budget control and ensure targets are met
• Take ownership of your training plan and support team development
• Participate in internal and external audits and ensure full regulatory compliance

The experience we're looking for

• Production line experience on high-speed packaging equipment in FMCG, food, or pharmaceutical sectors
• Trained to an Electrical minimum craft level; ONC/HND preferred (17th Edition)
• Skilled in fault finding and developing PLC programs (Siemens S5 and S7)
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC inverter drives and electrical systems in hazardous areas (COMPEX preferred)
• 17th edition qualification advantageous but not essential
• Mechanical and pneumatic awareness with strong IT skills
• Proven ability to work independently and react quickly under pressure
• Background in delivering high performance while leading from the front
• Analytical mindset with a drive for continuous improvement
• Familiarity with GMP and KPI-focused environments

What we can offer

Our client believes great work deserves great rewards! That’s why as a leading global supplier of health and hygiene products they offer numerous local benefits designed to help you grow and thrive, such as career mobility opportunities, a referral program, access to our online learning academy, mental wellbeing support, and short-term bonus incentives.

Equality

We believe the best teams are built like great homes: on strong foundations and room to grow. That’s why we hire for potential as well as experience. We’re committed to equal opportunity for all, regardless of age, ability, background, identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Together, we create a space where everyone can thrive