Electrical Maintenance Engineer

CV Technical; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

CV Technical is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a busy production site in Alfreton. You will keep industrial machinery running safely and efficiently, performing fault-finding, breakdown response and planned maintenance across multiple lines.

Initially on days for training, you’ll move to regular afternoon shifts. The role requires reading electrical drawings and a full UK driving licence to travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer or similar role.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Able to read electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to machinery breakdowns and minimise production downtime.
• Diagnose, fault-find and repair electrical faults on industrial equipment.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and routine inspections.
• Troubleshoot control systems, panels, motors, sensors and inverters.
• Identify recurring faults and implement reliability improvements.
• Collaborate with production teams to keep equipment safe and efficient.
• Assist with installation, commissioning and modification of machinery.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report issues.
• Work in line with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Independent working

Driving licence

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Alfreton

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (dependent on knowledge and experience)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Shift Pattern: 39 hours per week. Days during the initial training period, then afternoon shifts.

About the Company

Our client is a well-established manufacturing business with a strong reputation in its sector. It works across several sites and runs a modern, fast-paced production environment. The business invests in its engineering team and values people who take ownership, improve how things are done and help the operation run smoothly.

About the Role

We're recruiting an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a busy maintenance team on a permanent basis. You'll keep industrial machinery and production equipment running safely and efficiently. That means electrical fault-finding, responding to machinery breakdowns and carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to reduce downtime.

This hands-on industrial maintenance role suits a practical engineer who enjoys problem-solving and preventing faults before they happen. You'll start on days for your initial training, then move onto a regular afternoon shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to machinery breakdowns and keep production downtime to a minimum
• Diagnose, fault-find and repair electrical faults on industrial machinery and production equipment
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and routine electrical inspections
• Troubleshoot electrical control systems, control panels, motors, sensors and inverters
• Find recurring faults and put in place reliability and continuous improvement measures
• Work closely with production teams so equipment runs safely and efficiently
• Help with the installation, commissioning and modification of machinery
• Keep accurate maintenance records and report ongoing equipment issues
• Carry out all work in line with health and safety procedures

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Electrician or in a similar industrial engineering role
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience with industrial machinery, electrical control panels, motors and sensors
• Able to read and interpret electrical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Electrical qualifications such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent
• Good problem-solving skills and able to work independently
• A flexible, practical approach and willingness to help with general maintenance tasks
• Full UK driving licence and own transport. The role involves travelling between sites.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of PLC-controlled machinery and automation systems
• Experience in a multi-skilled or mechanical maintenance setting
• Background in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment
• Experience of root cause analysis and reliability improvement