Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Proactive Global; Daventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to maintain and repair complex automation systems in a national distribution network. This role involves both reactive and planned maintenance, working closely with a collaborative team to ensure efficiency and high standards across operations. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for training, technical certification, and significant employee benefits.

Benefits

Enhanced pension with company matching up to 7.5%

Comprehensive healthcare including virtual GP service

Technical certification funding

Significant employee discount program

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance, engineering, or industrial environment.
• Apprentice trained or relevant qualifications.
• Ability to work in a time-critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reactive and planned maintenance of automated machinery.
• Monitor system performance and optimize efficiency.
• Collaborate on preventative maintenance and continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Health & Safety awareness

Digital confidence

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer -

Transform Complex Automation Systems at the Heart of Britain's Largest Retail Operation

About the role

You might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network. Truth is, we're all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.

We champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.

You will be responsible for

As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll be at the critical intersection of electrical engineering and advanced automation. You'll maintain the complex systems that power our national distribution network, applying your expertise to:

• Reactive and planned maintenance of automated machinery, maintain, and repair systems to industry standards.
• Conduct routine inspections and propose solutions for potential issues.
• Monitor system performance and optimise efficiency.
• Collaborate on preventative maintenance and continuous improvement programs.

• Confidently Interact with External Contractors: Coordinating repairs seamlessly.
• Work Collaboratively with the Team: Be a great colleague who understands the importance of quality service.
• Keeping our stores operating smoothly by maintaining equipment and facilities.
• This position is working Panama shift 2's & 3's across day and nights

Responsibilities will include;

• Responsible for performing malfunction and maintenance work as well as carrying out preventive and periodic maintenance, in collaboration with colleagues. Following the planned work schedule to achieve first time fix, improving efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Resolving electrical, mechanical technical faults
• Working closely with team members, sharing best practice and knowledge.
• General day to day maintenance duties.
• Representing the brand by demonstrating our core values maintaining a positive attitude & taking pride in wearing the uniform.
• Supporting a diverse and inclusive culture.

You will need

As a vital part of our Maintenance team, you will demonstrate enthusiasm for maintaining high standards. With previous experience in a maintenance, engineering, or industrial environment, you will be digitally confident using a tablet to view daily work schedules and manage emails.

Operational Skills:

• Apprentice trained or City & Guilds / NVQ level 3 or above in Electrical Engineering/ Maintenance or similar.
• Experience within an FMCG / MHE manufacturing or automated environment
• Proficient communication skills
• Ability to work in a time critical environment.
• Health & Safety awareness

What's in it for you

We're all about the little helps. That's why we make sure our benefits package takes care of you - both in and out of work.

• Industry-leading pay scales
• Enhanced pension with company matching up to 7.5%
• Comprehensive healthcare including 24/7 virtual GP service
• Technical certification funding
• Significant employee discount program

About us

With our comprehensive induction and our technical competency plan, we invest in training for our colleagues to have the right level of skills and expertise for each role to work safely and provide first-rate asset management across our estate. We create a culture where every colleague is competent, motivated and professional, maximising the level of support we offer.

From multi-skilled, to technically-savvy technicians, we've got it covered. Our Operations and Maintenance Managers span the entirety of the UK; technically-minded individuals who support our field engineers to get the job done. Our Engineering team work to introduce a broad spectrum of award-winning new technological initiatives; from compliance testing to refrigeration, security to sustainability.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we're a place where Everyone's Welcome.

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact (url removed)

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

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Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.