Electrical Maintenance Engineer

New Appointments Group; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a busy site in Whitstable. This hands-on role involves delivering planned and reactive maintenance, supporting plant and equipment installations, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years' experience and an NVQ Level 3 qualification in engineering. Competitive salary offered for effective maintenance performance.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar maintenance role.
• Ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams.
• Safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH Working Safely).

Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and respond to reactive work.
• Diagnose equipment failures and ensure machinery operation.
• Support installation of plant and equipment.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

CNC machinery experience

Experience with hydraulic systems

Education

NVQ Level 3 in an engineering discipline

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Overview

Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Location: Whitstable – Salary: Competitive – Hours: Monday to Friday

The Role: We are looking for an experienced maintenance engineer to join a busy site in Whitstable. This is a hands-on role supporting both plant and facilities, delivering planned and reactive maintenance, and helping with continuous improvement initiatives. You will also assist with projects such as new equipment installations, site upgrades, and sustainability improvements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and respond to reactive work orders.
• Diagnose equipment and component failures, repair or replace parts, and ensure machinery is fully operational.
• Work with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, including PLC-controlled equipment.
• Support installation of plant and equipment, including control panels and fixed electrical systems.
• Maintain and update maintenance records using CMMS.
• Support facilities maintenance such as buildings, roadways, water systems, and communications.
• Liaise with colleagues, departments, and contractors professionally, reviewing RAMS and issuing PTWs when required.
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements.
• Work safely, following health and safety procedures, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.

Skills & Experience

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar maintenance role.
• NVQ Level 3 in an engineering discipline or equivalent.
• Strong fault-finding skills and ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams.
• Computer literate with experience using maintenance software and raising purchase orders.
• Experience with CNC machinery, injection moulding, automation, or plating processes is desirable.
• Safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH Working Safely) and specific electrical qualifications (e.g., 18th Edition) are advantageous.

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