Junior Maintenance Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment; Caddington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Caddington is seeking a Junior Maintenance Engineer. You will perform electrical maintenance and repair, ensuring that all types of plant equipment are maintained efficiently. This position offers excellent training and career development within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical/electrical work and hold a full UK driving licence. Benefits include a competitive salary, early finishes on Fridays, and extensive holiday options.

Benefits

Early finish on Friday

Life Assurance

Training

Progression

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical and/or electrical experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance and repair work.
• Carry out PPM schedules as required.
• Complete repairs on all types of plant equipment safely.

Skills

Basic mechanical and/or electrical experience

Ability to read engineering drawings

Full, clean UK driving licence

Job description

Junior Maintenance Engineer

Commutable from Luton, Stevenage, Hitchin, Leighton Buzzard, Watford

Up to £33,545 per annum + Early finish on Friday + Life Assurance + Training + Progression

An excellent opportunity for an engineer to join a well-established, industry‑leading manufacturer, offering the chance to develop both your technical skills and career within a supportive production environment.

With more than 200 years of history behind them and continued growth ahead, the company is now looking to add a Junior Maintenance Engineer to their team. In this role, you'll gain skills across both mechanical and electrical disciplines while gaining exposure to a wide variety of plant and equipment.

This position is ideal for someone with mechanical and/or electrical experience who is based within a commutable distance of Luton and looking to grow their skill set within a stable, well‑established organisation.

The Role

Perform electrical maintenance and repair work, including installing and replacing fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring; carry out PPM schedules as required; complete repairs on all types of plant equipment in a safe, timely, and professional manner; and report breakdown root causes, equipment faults, and concerns to supervision/management.

Schedule: 37 hrs, Monday to Thursday 7.00 am – 3:15 pm. Fridays 7:00 am – 1 pm or 8:00 am – 1 pm.

Benefits include excellent training and development opportunities, a 3.5/5.5 % pension, 4× Life Assurance, 33 days holiday + option to purchase additional 10 days, employee discounts.

The Person

• Basic mechanical and/or electrical experience
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Full, clean UK driving licence

Reference Number: BBBH (phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, click “Apply Now” or contact Sophie Fox at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will depend on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.