Electrical Engineer (4 on 4 off)

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer on behalf of one of our clients in the UK. The role focuses on providing engineering support to the production team, maintaining equipment proactively and reactively to meet OEE targets, and using SAP PPM for labour and parts records.

The position requires fault finding across single and three‑phase electrical systems, adherence to COSHH and health and safety procedures, and the ability to train staff in machine operation.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (UK-recognised).
• Literacy/Numeracy to National Level 2 Standard.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to act decisively and deliver quality work.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and safely to plant stoppages and breakdowns.
• Maintain and adjust equipment, carrying out repairs and servicing for optimum performance.
• Perform planned maintenance within your competence.
• Fault‑find and repair machines, working with single and three‑phase electrical systems.
• Ensure all equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.
• Collaborate with the Engineering leadership team and external engineers for complex issues.
• Comply with Health & Safety rules (including COSHH) and promote safe working practices.
• Assist in training and assessment of staff on machine operation.
• Complete accurate documentation and report non‑conformances promptly.
• Use the PPM system (SAP) for recording labour and parts.
• Work safely and follow company Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Job description

MS641 - Electrical Engineer (4 on 4 off)

Salary: £52,000 - £58,000 per annum

Location: Anwick

Shift Pattern:

• Days: 05:30 – 17:30 4 on / 4 off, rotating days
• Nights: 17:30 – 05:30

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. The successful candidate will provide an effective engineering service to the production team, responding to demands promptly. You will maintain equipment both proactively and reactively to ensure factory performance meets targets and KPIs. The role focuses on improving equipment availability and performance to meet OEE targets through identifying and implementing improvements. You will also proactively use the PPM system (SAP) for capturing all engineering labour and parts. Our client encourages applications from ex‑military personnel; however, all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and safely to all plant stoppages and breakdowns.
• Maintain and adjust equipment, carrying out repairs and servicing for optimum performance.
• Perform planned maintenance within your competence.
• Fault‑find and repair machines, working with single and three‑phase electrical systems.
• Ensure all equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.
• Collaborate with the Engineering leadership team and external engineers for complex issues.
• Comply with Health & Safety rules (including COSHH) and promote safe working practices.
• Assist in training and assessment of staff on machine operation.
• Complete accurate documentation and report non‑conformances promptly.
• Use the PPM system (SAP) for recording labour and parts.
• Work safely and follow company Health & Safety procedures.

Skills and Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (UK‑recognised).
• Literacy/Numeracy to National Level 2 Standard.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to act decisively and deliver quality work.