Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Interaction Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK seeks an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a contract role. You will perform maintenance on production machinery, diagnose faults, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has experience in electrical maintenance and a recognised qualification. This position offers a competitive rate and a possible extension on the contract.

Benefits

Competitive hourly/daily rate

Potential contract extension

Immediate start preferred

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within manufacturing, industrial, or similar environments.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive electrical maintenance on production machinery.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Recognised electrical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Tools

PLCs

Control systems

Motors

Sensors

Job description

Interaction Engineering

Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Contract Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for a proactive, technically skilled engineer who can deliver high-quality maintenance support in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive electrical maintenance on production machinery and site equipment
• Diagnose faults and implement effective solutions to minimise downtime
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with safety standards and compliance regulations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to equipment reliability
• Work collaboratively with the engineering and operations teams

Requirements

• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within manufacturing, industrial, or similar environments
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, control systems, motors, sensors, and industrial electrical systems
• Recognised electrical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Contract Details

• Competitive hourly/daily rate
• Initial contract term with potential extension
• Shift pattern or working hours depending on site requirements
• Immediate or short-notice start preferred

If you are a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking for a new contract role, please send your CV or get in touch for more details.