Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Multi Skilled)

Questech Recruitment Ltd; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with an Electrical bias to join their dynamic team. This permanent role involves maintaining and repairing manufacturing machinery, ensuring optimal performance through both electrical and mechanical expertise. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical maintenance, complemented by mechanical skills, and will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. With a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a well-respected company while enjoying a balanced work schedule. If you are passionate about engineering and ready to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance with a strong electrical bias.
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical breakdown repairs on manufacturing machinery.
• Conduct scheduled PPM and fault diagnosis of plant equipment.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Mechanical Maintenance

Fault Diagnosis

Communication Skills

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Education

HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Apprentice trained

Tools

PLC Fault Finding

DC & AC Drives

Pneumatic Systems

Hydraulic Systems

Job description

Our client is a well-established and successful manufacturer with a global presence. They are looking for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with an Electrical bias to maintain and repair their manufacturing machinery. This is a permanent role.

They are looking for someone who is Multi Skilled / Dual Skilled in both electrical and mechanical maintenance, but with an Electrical bias.

Location: Swadlincote

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off, Days and Nights on rotation, 12 hour shifts (6am - 6pm / 6pm - 6am).

Salary: £44,000 including shift allowance.

Your duties as a Maintenance Engineer will include:

1. Completing of both Electrical and Mechanical (M&E) breakdown repairs
2. Scheduled PPM of plant and equipment
3. Fault diagnoses and repair
4. DC & AC drives, motors and gearboxes
5. PLC fault finding
6. Pneumatic/Hydraulic repairs
7. Safe isolation and safe working
8. Electrical / mechanical installation

Candidate Requirements:

1. Electrically biased Maintenance Engineer
2. Apprentice trained, or timed served Maintenance Engineer, or a HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 / similar qualification in Engineering
3. Experience in a Factory / Manufacturing environment
4. Autonomous and team working
5. Understanding and able to read technical engineering drawings
6. Excellent communication skills

Previous job titles could include: Electrical Engineer / Maintenance Engineer / Maintenance Electrician / Electrical Technician / Shift Engineer / M&E Maintenance Engineering roles.