Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Solutions Limited

Chipping Campden

On-site

GBP 47,000 - 50,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Sick pay

Job summary

Solutions Limited in Chipping Campden is seeking an electrically biased Maintenance Engineer to support site operations across automated process lines and core plant utilities.

The role offers a balanced four-day week (Mon-Thu), with compressed days and nights shift pattern, and a salary of £47,000–£50,000 per annum plus excellent benefits.

Qualifications

Electrically biased engineer with NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification.
Cross-skilled mechanical capability including pumps and transmissions.
Proven track record in continuous manufacturing, FMCG, food production or packaging.

Responsibilities

Deliver planned preventive maintenance schedules and rapid response to electro-mechanical breakdowns.
Troubleshoot electrical faults, VSDs, AC/DC motors, sensors and PLC inputs/outputs.
Carry out mechanical fault diagnosis and repairs on conveyors, pumps, and drives.
Act as lead technical point of contact during shift operations to ensure production output.
Perform root cause analysis to improve machine efficiency and reliability.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC control

VSDs

Mechanical repair

Diagnostics

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

£47,000 – £50,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits Package

Monday – Thursday | Compressed Days & Nights Shift Pattern

Chipping Campden

Are you an electrically qualified engineer with a background in FMCG, processing, or continuous manufacturing environments looking for an opportunity with exceptional shift flexibility and clear leadership progression?

A well-established technical manufacturing business is seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer to support site operations. Covering both automated process lines and core plant utilities, you will play a key role in maximising equipment availability and driving overall site reliability.

This position offers a balanced four-day working week, competitive basic salary, and a genuine career path toward an Engineering Management position.

The Role

Delivering planned preventive maintenance schedules and providing rapid response to electro-mechanical breakdowns
Troubleshooting electrical faults, variable speed drives (VSDs), AC/DC motors, sensors, and PLC-controlled systems
Carrying out mechanical fault diagnosis and repairs on continuous handling systems, including pumps, drives, and conveyors
Acting as the lead technical point of contact during shift operations to ensure uninterrupted production output
Performing root cause analysis on repeat issues to enhance overall machine efficiency and reliability
Logging all breakdown data, statutory maintenance, and spare parts usage accurately
Working alongside production teams to uphold health, safety, and operational standards
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and equipment modifications across the plant

The Candidate

Electrically biased engineer with relevant technical qualifications (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
Practical cross-skilled mechanical capability (pumps, mechanical transmissions, pneumatics)
Proven track record in continuous manufacturing, FMCG, food production, or packaging sectors
Strong diagnostic capability across electrical schematics, motor controls, VSDs, and PLC inputs/outputs
Self-motivated and confident working independently during shift cover
Proactive approach to workplace health, safety, and environmental standards

What’s on offer?