Electrical Maintenance Engineer — Manufacturing & Uptime

Workchain Ltd.; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Workchain Ltd. in Doncaster is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading manufacturing site. You'll handle breakdowns, preventative maintenance and continuous improvement across electrical systems, ensuring safety and uptime.

The role offers stability, on-site training and long-term progression within a busy production environment. A strong fault-finding background and PLC/inverter knowledge are valued.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent in Electrical Maintenance.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in a continuous process, manufacturing, or production environment.
• Experience with electrical maintenance, servicing and breakdowns.
• Familiarity with factory maintenance practices.
• Basic understanding of PLC logic and inverter drives.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Experience with large-scale plant operations.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring strict adherence to Health & Safety regulations at all times.
• Working closely with department managers and contractors to resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and accurate service records.
• Supporting the Shift Team Leader to ensure efficient operation of the factory.
• Gaining full understanding of all site processes, including steam plant, odour control and effluent treatment systems.
• Monitoring electrical equipment performance to maximise uptime.
• Completing breakdown repairs safely and efficiently.
• Carrying out site electrical installations and upgrade work.
• Performing routine electrical and mechanical maintenance in line with planned schedules.
• Participating in on-call duties as part of the shift rota.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Manufacturing environment

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Factory maintenance practices

PLC logic

Inverter drives

Mechanical knowledge

Large-scale plant operations

Independent or team work

Education

City & Guilds, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent in Electrical Maintenance

Job description

Workchain Ltd. in Doncaster is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading manufacturing site. You'll handle breakdowns, preventative maintenance and continuous improvement across electrical systems, ensuring safety and uptime.

The role offers stability, on-site training and long-term progression within a busy production environment. A strong fault-finding background and PLC/inverter knowledge are valued.