Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Theo James Recruitment; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing operation in Gateshead is seeking a Shift Maintenance Electrician to ensure the safety and reliability of plant equipment. The successful candidate will work rotating shifts and be responsible for responding to breakdowns, conducting electrical maintenance, and supporting production operations. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career growth within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Service Bonus: 2-5% annual lump sum

Pension: 4-6% matched contribution

Bonus Plan: Up to 5% based on performance

Healthcare: Onsite gym and Health Cash Plan

Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work scheme, vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts effectively.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure plant equipment is safe and available for use.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns.
• Conduct electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance.
• Support other departments to maintain production operations.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

PLC programming (Allen Bradley)

Safety compliance

Job description

Job Title: Shift Maintenance Electrician

Location: Gateshead

Salary: £46,405.13 (inclusive of 20% shift allowance)

Hours of Work: Rotating shift pattern between 05:30-17:30 and 17:30-05:30 (averaging 39 hours per week over the year)*

Benefits

• Service Bonus: 2% annual lump sum (December), increasing to 4% after 10 years and 5% after 20 years
• Pension: 4-6% matched contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Bonus Plan: Up to 5% of salary based on business performance
• Holidays: Included within shift pattern
• Healthcare: Onsite gym; corporate Health Cash Plan (contributions by employee for discounted dental, optical etc.)
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work scheme, discount vouchers, salary-sacrifice electric vehicle via Tusker

Job Purpose

To ensure plant and production equipment are safe, reliable, and available for use through effective shift-based electrical maintenance. This includes responding to breakdowns, carrying out planned and preventive maintenance, and supporting other departments as needed to maintain smooth production operations.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Respond quickly and effectively to machinery and equipment breakdowns
• Conduct electrical maintenance on plant systems and process equipment
• Identify electrical faults and complete repairs
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices
• Test electrical systems, components, and installations to ensure correct functioning
• Perform inverter control work: replacement, setup, and tuning as required
• Work safely and competently in medium to large process environments

Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)

• Follow weekly planned maintenance schedules
• Complete and close works orders accurately
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance on various plant systems
• Maintain compliance with electrical codes and standards

Technical Expertise & Documentation

• Program and fault-find on PLCs (preferably Allen Bradley)
• Read, create, and modify electrical drawings
• Write detailed shift reports and communicate issues to oncoming shifts
• Attend maintenance meetings when required

Safety, Quality & Collaboration

• Take responsibility for personal and team safety at all times
• Adhere to organisational safety policies, procedures, and electrical standards
• Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping in all work areas
• Support production and quality teams where required
• Assist other departments to maintain operational continuity
• Work collaboratively as a flexible and proactive team member

Measurement of Effectiveness

• Achievement of maintenance objectives
• Reduction of site downtime (KPI-driven)
• Quality and accuracy of maintenance records and shift reporting
• Compliance with safety, quality, and engineering standards

The Company

A leading, modern manufacturing operation committed to quality, safety, and strong engineering standards. With significant investment in technology, people and continuous improvement, the business offers excellent long‑term career prospects and a stable working environment. This is an opportunity to join a skilled maintenance team where your expertise directly contributes to plant performance and operational efficiency.