Electrical Maintenance Engineer

New Appointments Group Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a manufacturing environment in Gillingham. The roles involve conducting electrical and mechanical servicing, maintaining production machinery, and performing planned preventative maintenance. Candidates should possess relevant electrical qualifications and experience in a similar environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for those with a problem-solving mindset who can adapt quickly.

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical qualification mandatory.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct servicing and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Diagnose and repair breakdowns to minimize downtime.

Skills

Electrical qualification

Experience in manufacturing

Technical knowledge of maintenance

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Relevant electrical qualification/apprenticeship

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Gillingham

We are seeking a skilled and qualified Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our team on a rotating 3-shift pattern. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a manufacturing environment, maintaining and improving production machinery and site facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct electrical and mechanical servicing, repairs, installations, and testing.
• Maintain and improve production machinery, including plastic extrusion and printing equipment.
• Attend breakdowns, diagnose issues, and carry out effective repairs to minimize downtime.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks.
• Ensure all electrical installations adhere to safe working practices.

What We're Looking For:

• A relevant electrical qualification and/or apprenticeship.
• Experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Problem-solving mindset with a methodical approach.
• Ability to learn new skills and adapt quickly to technical challenges.

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