Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Lelley; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A major FMCG manufacturer in the UK is seeking an experienced Electrical Nights Maintenance Engineer to ensure the efficient operation of electrical systems at their site. This senior role involves supporting machinery readiness, mentoring junior engineers, and working permanent night shifts. Candidates must possess a Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering and demonstrate strong hands-on maintenance experience. Attractive benefits include ongoing training and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Pension scheme

Time-and-a-half overtime

Cycle-to-work scheme

Sharesave scheme

Clear opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in FMCG or manufacturing environments desirable.
• Flexible for permanent night shifts.
• Ability to manage complex technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support safe and efficient running of electrical and control systems.
• Ensure all machinery is operational and production-ready.
• Mentor less-experienced engineers on the team.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Independent working

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title:

Electrical Nights Maintenance Engineer

Location:

Preston

Salary:

£52,000 per annum

Hours:

Permanent night shifts (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)

About the Role:

We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled Electrical Nights Maintenance Engineer to join a major FMCG manufacturer operating a high-volume, fast-paced production site. This hands-on, senior role will support the safe and efficient running of electrical and control systems across the facility, ensuring all machinery is operational and production-ready each day.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong hands-on experience in electrical maintenance within FMCG or manufacturing environments or Armed Forces (REME, ARMY, NAVY, RAF).
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage complex technical challenges.
• Logical, proactive, and able to mentor less-experienced engineers.
• Flexible, cooperative, and able to work permanent night shifts.

What We Offer to an Electrical Nights Maintenance Engineer:

• Competitive salary £52,000 per annum
• Permanent night shifts (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)
• Senior, autonomous role within a major FMCG manufacturing site
• Ongoing professional development, including Siemens PLC courses and OEM-led training
• Pension, time-and-a-half overtime, cycle-to-work scheme, sharesave scheme
• Clear opportunities for progression and involvement in site expansion and automation projects

This is an opportunity not to be missed! Please apply now for more information.

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert or contact Adem Halil ()