Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Construction, Property and Engineering; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer. The role involves performing electrical maintenance, leading breakdown repairs, and ensuring compliance with health & safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary package of £32,000 - £38,000 plus shift allowance, 35 days of annual leave, and access to a pension scheme. This is a permanent role based in a vibrant industrial environment.

Benefits

35 days of annual leave

Performance-related bonus scheme

Access to top-tier pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding.
• Understanding of current health & safety regulations.
• Experience in heavy engineering or industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform breakdown repairs and lead preventative maintenance tasks.
• Drive engineering solutions to meet productivity targets.
• Accurately report and log maintenance work.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Health & safety regulations

Adaptability to new technologies

Education

NVQ Level 3 in electrical trade

Job description

Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer
Location: Wednesfield (WV11), Wolverhampton
Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 (DOE) + 18% Shift Allowance
Total Package after shift allowance: £37,760 - £44,840
Contract Type: Permanent
Shifts: 3-shift pattern, Monday - Friday

Are you an experienced Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer looking for your next challenge? Do you bring strong electrical maintenance skills and thrive in a busy, hands-on environment? If you're based in or around Wednesfield, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

This is a permanent role within a large-scale industrial operation offering a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform breakdown repairs and lead preventative maintenance tasks.
• Drive engineering solutions to improve processes and help meet productivity targets.
• Accurately report and log maintenance and repair work using relevant IT and maintenance systems.
• Contribute to health & safety compliance and continuous improvement activities.
• Use the planned maintenance system (e.g. Pirana) to raise work orders and report non-conformities.
• Support root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions.
• Maintain clear records to track trends and support process improvements.

Essential Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant electrical trade or a recognized apprenticeship.
• Strong electrical background with proven experience in fault finding and maintenance.
• Understanding of current health & safety regulations.
• Experience working in heavy engineering or industrial environments.
• Willingness to adapt to new equipment and technologies.
• Flexible, proactive, and eager to learn.

Desirable:

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Familiarity with electrical systems in a heavy industry setting.

Benefits Include:

• 35 days of annual leave.
• Annual salary review and performance-related bonus scheme.
• Access to a top-tier defined contribution pension scheme (10% employer / 6% employee).
• Lifestyle benefits such as free onsite parking, employee assistance programme, and discounts with well-known brands and service providers.

Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps.

Please note: All applicants are subject to pre-employment checks including Right to Work, DBS, and reference checks.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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