Electrical Maintenance Engineer

HR GO Recruitment; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Electrical Maintenance Technician for a role in Ellesmere Port. The ideal candidate will ensure machinery operates smoothly, handle preventative maintenance, and respond to breakdowns. Strong technical skills in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, and familiarity with automated conveyor systems are essential. An engineering qualification (18th Edition) is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular maintenance checks and implement preventative measures.
• Replace worn components and lubricate mechanical parts.
• Perform safety and quality inspections, documenting tasks.
• Analyse procedures for efficiency and recommend improvements.
• Respond to breakdowns promptly to restore equipment.
• Source necessary parts and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues and suppliers to enhance processes.

Skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Electrical systems understanding

Hydraulic systems understanding

Pneumatic systems understanding

Computerized systems understanding

Familiarity with automated conveyor systems

Education

Engineering qualification (18th Edition)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician

Location: Wirral

Hours: Double days Monday - Friday

Salary: Up to £45,000p/a

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our clients growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that all machinery and equipment run smoothly in both manufacturing and facilities maintenance settings. Your expertise in preventative and breakdown maintenance will be vital in keeping our assets in optimal working condition.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular maintenance checks and implement preventative measures to avoid machinery and equipment failures.
• Replace worn components, lubricate gears, motors, pumps, and other mechanical parts, change filters, and calibrate machine sections.
• Perform periodic safety and quality inspections, documenting all maintenance activities meticulously within the Maintenance Management System.
• Analyse existing procedures for efficiency, recommend improvements, and develop effective maintenance methods.
• Respond promptly to breakdown situations to restore equipment to operational status while ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Source and acquire necessary parts and components, fit and calibrate them as required, ensuring adherence to health and safety legislation.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and suppliers to enhance maintenance processes and resolve issues.

The Ideal Candidate

• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and computerised systems. Familiarity with automated conveyor systems is essential.
• Education: An engineering qualification (18th Edition) is preferred but not mandatory.

How to apply

For more information, contact Nicola at HR GO Recruitment: Email: [redacted] or Phone: [redacted]