Electrical Maintenance Engineer with UK Visa Sponsorship

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Leicester

On-site

GBP 53,375 - 65,236

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly performance bonuses

Visa sponsorship

Relocation package

Generous pension scheme

Extended fully paid family leave

24-hour online GP

Free virtual physiotherapy

Discounted gym membership

Long service rewards

Critical illness cover

Electric car scheme

Day off on your birthday

Option to buy/sell holiday leave

Job summary

A prominent UK manufacturing company in Leicester is looking for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure efficient production by maintaining and improving machinery. This role requires strong electro-mechanical knowledge and problem-solving skills, alongside a recognized electrical qualification. The position includes a competitive salary of £59,306.05 and various benefits, including a generous pension scheme, relocation support, and a quarterly performance bonus. Embrace the challenge of working in a continental shift pattern.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience in electrical maintenance engineering.
Familiarity with best practices in safety protocols.
Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards.

Responsibilities

Conduct maintenance activities maximizing wrench time.
Provide feedback to optimize schedules and parts planning.
Lead root cause analysis sessions for technical issues.

Skills

Strong electro-mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Good communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship

Recognised electrical academic qualification

Tools

CMMS

SCADA systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a growing engineering team within an FMCG industry. This role focuses on maintaining and improving machinery to ensure efficient production processes.

Our client is a well known UK manufacturer and are known for their focus on delivering quality products and maintaining high operational standards throughout their sites.

Description

Carry out maintenance activities in your area of responsibility, maximizing wrench time while following safety protocols.
Support continuous improvement using the PDCA cycle.
Provide feedback to planners and leadership to help optimize schedules, frequency, and parts planning.
Conduct pre‑and post‑maintenance quality checks.
Manage lubrication mapping and execution, and support the simplification and rationalisation of lubricants.
Lead the root cause analysis sessions and offer technical expertise.
Promote and maintain strong 5S standards across the plant.

Continental shift pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off, 42 hours/week on average, including weekends, bank holidays, and night shifts (12‑hour shifts)

Profile

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands‑on experience.
Recognised electrical academic qualification.
Strong electro‑mechanical knowledge.
Familiarity with CMMS and SCADA systems.
Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards.
Problem‑solving skills.
Good communication.

Job Offer

Annual salary: £59,306.05 (including shift premium).
Quarterly performance bonuses.
Visa sponsorship.
Relocation package.
Generous pension scheme: We double your contribution! You put in 5%, we add 10%.
Extended fully paid family leave: 10 weeks of parental leave and 26 weeks of extended leave.
Provided PPE: Uniforms and safety shoes provided, cleaned, and maintained on‑site.
A 24‑hour online GP for you and your family.
Free virtual physiotherapy.
Discounted gym membership.
Long service rewards.
Critical illness cover.
Electric car scheme.
Day off on your birthday.
Option to buy/sell holiday leave.