Electrical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Eye; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Electrical Engineer to ensure optimal efficiency in facilities and machinery. This role involves leading maintenance functions, performing preventative maintenance, and managing breakdowns. The ideal candidate will possess a nationally recognized engineering qualification and extensive plant-level experience, demonstrating strong organizational and communication skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 288 hours

Tool Allowance: £250 per year

Qualifications

• Fully qualified in Engineering with a nationally recognized qualification.
• Extensive plant-level experience with significant proven expertise.

Responsibilities

• Ensure facilities and machinery run at maximum efficiency.
• Lead site maintenance for proactive and reactive services.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Diplomacy

Resilience

Education

Nationally Recognized Engineering Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Reporting primarily to the Engineering Supervisor, this role will be responsible for ensuring that the facilities, layout, and machinery used run at maximum efficiency. This includes, but is not limited to, total preventative maintenance, breakdowns of all mechanical and electrical nature, time management, and reporting. The role will lead the site maintenance function in providing both reactive and proactive, multi-skilled maintenance services on all operational equipment and facilities infrastructure.

• Salary: £50,000, paid weekly
• Annual Leave: 288 hours (based on hours due to the shift pattern)
• Tool Allowance: £250 per year

Candidate Requirements:

• Fully qualified in Engineering with a nationally recognized qualification relevant to the discipline of the role.
• Extensive plant-level experience with significant proven expertise.
• Ability to demonstrate diplomacy and objectivity in all dealings.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Experience in delivering effective, time-sensitive repairs, including prioritization, weekend PPM, and contractor control.
• Knowledge of relevant legislative bodies and instruments, with the ability to demonstrate effective supervision within these boundaries.
• Comprehensive knowledge of plant and machinery manufacturers and their contribution to site improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and other engineering-specific programs.

Additionally, the candidate should be self-motivated and highly resilient.