Electrical maintenance engineer

RH Recruiting Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment firm is seeking an Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer to ensure the efficient operation of machinery at a site in Scunthorpe. Candidates should have an electrical bias and be apprentice-trained in Maintenance Engineering, with experience on Siemens PLC systems being highly advantageous. This role offers rotating shifts and includes benefits such as annual leave, health cover, and an onsite gym.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Wellbeing and health cover

Onsite gym

Subsidised canteen

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained in Maintenance Engineering with an electrical bias.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a positive attitude.
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and planned maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Log and manage all PPM tasks using Shire Systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Electrical bias

Education

16th Edition qualification in electrical installations

Tools

Siemens PLC systems

Job description

Salary/Rate: £41k - 43k per year + benefits

Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer

Manufacturing (Non-Food)

Hours: Monday to Friday, Rotating Shifts (5:45 am - 2:15 pm for 2 weeks, 2:15 pm - 10:45 pm for 1 week)

• 33 days annual leave
• Wellbeing and health cover
• Onsite gym and subsidised canteen

Job Overview

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer to join our team at a manufacturing site in Scunthorpe. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient operation of machinery and maintaining productivity across the facility.

The successful candidate will focus on both planned and reactive maintenance, using Shire Systems to log all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities. Familiarity with Siemens PLC systems is a distinct advantage. You will be responsible for machinery repairs, scheduling maintenance, and ensuring parts are well-stocked in the engineering stores.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and planned maintenance to reduce downtime and ensure optimal machinery performance.
• Use Shire Systems to log and manage all PPM tasks.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults, with an emphasis on Siemens PLC systems.
• Manage and prioritise workload effectively, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.
• Work collaboratively within a team, promoting a solutions-driven approach.
• Maintain adequate stock levels in the engineering stores and promptly order parts as needed.
• Always follow health and safety guidelines and company policies.

Candidate Requirements

• Apprentice-trained in Maintenance Engineering with an electrical bias.
• Hold a 16th Edition qualification or higher in electrical installations (desirable but not essential).
• Experience with Siemens PLC systems (highly advantageous).
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and work independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a positive, "can-do" attitude.
• Team player committed to achieving results and supporting colleagues.
• Capable of seeing tasks through to completion.

About You:

• You thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment and enjoy solving problems.
• You are solutions-oriented, motivated, and take pride in delivering high-quality work.
• You are reliable, organised, and take ownership of your responsibilities.

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