Electrical Maintenance Engineer

ATA Recruitment; Donington Le Heath; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Ibstock is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer offering a competitive salary of £52,500 plus bonuses. The role involves carrying out electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and participating in continuous improvement projects. This position provides robust training, job security, and opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates will have a recognized electrical apprenticeship and experience in a manufacturing setting.

Benefits

10% bonus

Overtime available

Excellent PLC training

Career development opportunities

Job security with site investment

Qualifications

• Electrically qualified with experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Confident with schematics and electrical diagnostic tools.
• Adaptable and committed to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance across site machinery.
• Reduce downtime and improve machine efficiency.
• Participate in TPM projects and compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault-finding

PLC skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Electrical Maintenance Engineer - £52,500 + Bonus - Leicester

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights)

An established and fast-growing manufacturer in Ibstock is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical background. This role is perfect for someone who wants to work with advanced machinery, develop PLC skills, and be part of a business that heavily invests in its engineering team.

Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary: £52,000
• Bonus: 10%
• Overtime available at 1.5x and 2.0x
• Excellent PLC training (Siemens Level 1-3)
• Career development and promotion opportunities
• Strong job security with continued site investment

About the Role

As a maintenance engineer, you will work on a busy production site that produces over 2 million units annually. Your role will involve breakdown response, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), and supporting long-term improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out electrical maintenance across site machinery, including conveyors, kiln cars, robotics, and extruders
• Reducing downtime and improving machine efficiency
• Fault-finding, diagnostics, and safe repair of electrical systems
• Supporting compliance with electrical safety regulations and promoting safe working practices
• Being actively involved in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) projects
• Learning and applying skills to operate production machinery post-maintenance

What We're Looking For

To succeed as a Maintenance Engineer in this role, you'll need to be electrically qualified, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.

Required Experience

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent (ex-forces experience welcomed)
• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in manufacturing or a similar environment
• Confident fault-finding using schematics and electrical diagnostic tools
• Proactive mindset and the ability to work under pressure
• A passion for engineering and developing new technical skills (PLC training provided)

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer who's eager to grow in a stable, well-supported environment. You'll receive industry-leading training, including Siemens PLC courses, and benefit from long-term job security with a business investing in its people and its future.

Whether you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer or someone looking to take their electrical expertise into a high-performing environment, this is a role with real potential.

Ready to take the next step in your career as a Maintenance Engineer?

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.