Electrical Maintenance Engineer

New Appointments Group Ltd; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a hands-on role in Whitstable. You will support both plant and facilities, focusing on planned and reactive maintenance, as well as assisting with various projects. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience, NVQ Level 3 in engineering, and strong fault-finding skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar maintenance role.
• Strong ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams.
• Computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance and respond to reactive work orders.
• Diagnose equipment failures and repair or replace parts.
• Support installation of plant and equipment.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Experience using maintenance software

CNC machinery knowledge

Injection moulding experience

Safety qualifications

Education

NVQ Level 3 in engineering or equivalent

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'll also assist with projects such as new equipment installations, site upgrades, and sustainability improvements.

Key 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 & 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.

Equality and Recruitment

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.