Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Reed; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Gillingham is looking for an Electrically Biased Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer. You will handle servicing, repairs, installations, and maintenance of production machinery. Required skills include strong electrical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to manage tasks effectively. The position is full-time with a rotating shift pattern and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Specialised knowledge in electrical and mechanical engineering relevant to production machinery.
• Proven ability to meet expectations of internal and external customers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general electrical and mechanical servicing and repairs.
• Attend breakdowns promptly to return plant to production.
• Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) as required.

Skills

Electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Job description

Electrically Biased Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

• Location:Gillingham
• Job Type:Full-time
• Salary: £47,423.09
• Shift Pattern: Rotating 3 shift 06.00 – 14.30, 13.45 – 22.15 and 22.00 – 06.30 and on call every 3rd weekend.

We are seeking an Electrically Biased Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team. This role involves general electrical and mechanical servicing, repairs, installation, testing, and routine maintenance tasks on a wide range of production machinery and site facilities.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Carry out general electrical and mechanical servicing, repairs, installation, and testing on various production machinery including plastic extrusion, printing, plating process, automated warehouse, and site facilities.
• Attend breakdowns promptly, taking appropriate action to return plant to production while adhering to safe working procedures and maintaining a standard of good engineering practice.
• Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) as required, ensuring all electrical installations adhere to safe working procedures, instructions, legal, and best practice requirements.
• Propose alterations and improvements to all systems, plant, equipment, and tools in the interests of the company and Engineering Department.
• Keep clear, complete, and appropriate records of all work carried out and ensure that the Senior Team Leader, Maintenance is kept informed on all key issues.
• Stay updated with technical and process developments throughout the company.
• Follow safe systems of work and comply with Health and Safety regulations.
• Attend call outs as required by a roster.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Specialised knowledge in electrical and mechanical engineering relevant to production machinery.
• Proven ability to meet the expectations and requirements of both internal and external customers.
• Strong functional and technical knowledge necessary for proper execution of duties.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to find effective solutions for complex issues.
• Ability to convey information in a clear and organized manner.
• Demonstrates integrity and trustworthiness, with a reputation for being direct and truthful.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively, focusing on what's important for goal accomplishment.