Electrical Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Garston; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Garston is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer. The role involves electrical maintenance on complex equipment, troubleshooting, and supporting automated systems. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification and a proactive approach to maintenance. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £58,000, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for overtime in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Company pension

Sick pay

Company vehicle

7 Weeks holiday

Qualifications

• Time-served, apprentice-trained engineer with a minimum Level 3 qualification.
• Experience with HV networks is advantageous.
• Hands-on, proactive approach to maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance on complex 3-phase and low-voltage equipment.
• Support automated systems including AGVs, conveyors, and cranes.
• Participate in a rotating shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights).

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC fault-finding

Troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving

Hands-on maintenance

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Salary: Up to £58,000 DOE + Overtime Available

Shifts: 2 Days, 2 Nights (12-hour shifts)

Holidays: 7 Weeks

Benefits: Company pension, sick pay, company vehicle, and more

Are you a hands-on, electrically biased Maintenance Engineer looking for a long-term opportunity in a high-paced, technically challenging environment?

We are currently recruiting for a skilled and motivated Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and highly respected engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business where engineers are valued, and many have stayed for over 30 years.

Key Responsibilities:

• Electrical maintenance on complex 3-phase and low-voltage process and production equipment
• Working with motors, inverters, DC drives, PLCs, and IT-based control systems
• PLC fault-finding (Siemens/Allen Bradley or similar)
• Supporting automated systems including AGVs, conveyors, palletisers, cranes, compressors, chillers, and AHUs
• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance to ensure minimal downtime
• Participating in a rotating shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights)

What We’re Looking For:

• Time-served, apprentice-trained engineer (minimum Level 3 qualification)
• Strong electrical bias (up to 90/10 split), but ideally multi-skilled
• Hands-on, proactive approach to maintenance in a fast-paced setting
• Experience with HV networks is advantageous but not essential
• Excellent fault-finding, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and generous holiday allowance
• Opportunity for overtime
• Long-term stability – we invest in our engineers and promote longevity
• Supportive team environment with access to further training and development