Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer

Adecco; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer to perform both reactive and planned maintenance in a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include fault finding, preventative maintenance, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in an electrical discipline and hands-on experience. This role offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including extensive holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

35 days of holiday per annum

Annual pay review

Annual bonus scheme

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee discounts

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform effective fault finding.
• Lead preventative maintenance tasks to minimise downtime.
• Log and track work activities through a digital maintenance system.
• Identify issues and propose corrective actions.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Help meet production targets safely and efficiently.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Problem-solving

Health and safety standards

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in electrical discipline or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer
Salary: 37,760 - 44,840 DOE

Contract Type: Permanent, rotating shift patterns

Location: Wednesfield (WV11)

What You'll Do

As part of a skilled, multi-disciplinary team, you will take ownership of both reactive and planned electrical maintenance across a variety of process and auxiliary equipment. Your focus will be on reducing downtime, enhancing reliability, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns with effective fault finding and repair.
• Lead preventative maintenance tasks to minimise unplanned downtime.
• Log and track all work activities through their digital maintenance system.
• Identify emerging issues, propose corrective actions, and contribute to root cause analysis.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and safe working practises.
• You will play a vital role in helping the team meet production targets while adhering to the highest safety and efficiency standards.

What You Will Need

To be successful in this position, you should have:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant electrical discipline, or completion of a recognised apprenticeship.
• Solid hands-on experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A good understanding of health and safety standards in a heavy industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Experience in a high-volume, automated production environment is a plus, but we welcome candidates from broader maintenance backgrounds seeking a new challenge!

What We Offer

In return for your expertise, the client provides a competitive benefits package that includes:

• A market-competitive salary.
• 35 days of holiday per annum.
• Annual pay review.
• An annual bonus scheme - subject to business performance.
• One of the UK's leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution).
• Employee discounts for well-known brands and local services.
• Additionally, enjoy lifestyle benefits like free onsite parking, an employee assistance programme, and discounts with various retailers and services.

Why Join

Our client is proud to be one of the world's top 10 steel producers, committed to sustainability and continuous improvement. The combined group has an annual aggregate crude steel capacity of more than 33 million tonnes with approximately 80,000 employees across four continents. The diverse workforce is their greatest strength, and they believe that together, they can innovate for tomorrow while making a positive impact today.

If you're ready to step into a role where you can truly make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Ready to make a difference? If you're excited about this opportunity and meet the qualifications, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career with us. Let's build a brighter, more sustainable future together!

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