Electrical Maintenance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chard; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Chard urgently seeks a Maintenance Engineer (Electrical) for a 12-month temp contract. The ideal candidate will possess strong electrical and mechanical skills, alongside qualifications in Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment faults and performing preventative maintenance. The role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 plus overtime opportunities. Applicants should also have experience in a manufacturing environment and a driving licence.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting required.
• Driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and resolving equipment faults.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance.
• Championing Health & Safety practices.

Skills

Time-served/qualified electrician

Strong mechanical skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

PLC programming knowledge

Experience with pneumatics/hydraulics

Automotive sector experience

Education

ONC or City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering

Electro-mechanical apprenticeship

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Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)! Urgently required! Temp – 12 Month Contract

Location: Chard
Hours: 39 hours/week (days) or 37.5 hours/week (shift rotation)
Salary: £40,000 + Overtime Opportunities

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a knack for keeping things running like clockwork? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where no two days are the same? If so, we want to hear from you!

We're looking for a Maintenance Engineer (Electrical) to join our clients dynamic Production Engineering team. You'll play a key role in keeping cutting-edge manufacturing equipment in peak condition, helping maintain top performance and ensure product excellence.

What You'll Be Doing as a Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)

• Troubleshooting and resolving equipment faults to minimise downtime
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and continuous improvement tasks
• Supporting machinery upgrades and installations
• Championing Health & Safety practices and environmental policies
• Taking ownership of quality and performance improvements across production equipment

What You'll Need

• Time-served/qualified electrician with hands-on experience
• Strong mechanical skills with an electrical focus
• ONC or City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering
• Previous experience in a manufacturing setting
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Electro-mechanical apprenticeship
• PLC programming knowledge
• Experience with pneumatics/hydraulics
• Automotive sector experience
• Driving licence

Who You Are

• A proactive team player who can also work independently
• A logical thinker with a problem-solving mindset
• Adaptable and reliable, ready to meet the demands of a busy production schedule
• Someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality work

Sound Like You? Let's Talk.
Whether you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer (Electrical) ready for the next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Contact Smart Recruitment Yeovil today or apply via this job board.