Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Exeter is seeking a Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure smooth manufacturing operations. The role involves rapid response to production issues, technical support for teams, and driving continuous improvement. With competitive salary offerings and benefits, this position is ideal for experienced electrical engineers looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Death in service

Cash back medical scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to attend to both mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks.
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs and inverter drives.

Responsibilities

• Responding quickly to production breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Providing technical support to shift engineers and apprentices.
• Performing planned maintenance and repairs.
• Driving continuous improvement through innovative projects.
• Ensuring adherence to Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical expertise

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Apprentice-trained Electrical/Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Job description

Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Exeter

Client:

Morgan Ryder

Location:

Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive salary + pension + death in service, cash back medical scheme, and more!

Shift:

• Week 1: Mon-Thurs Days (06.00 – 18.00), Fri, Sat, Sun off
• Week 2: Mon–Thurs Nights (18.00 – 06.00), 6 days off (Fri-Wed)
• Week 3: Thurs–Sat Days (06.00- 18.00), Sun off

Are you a problem-solver passionate about maintaining machinery and ensuring smooth manufacturing operations? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? We want to hear from you!

As a Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias), you will play a critical role in keeping our operations running efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responding quickly to production breakdowns to minimize downtime
• Providing technical support to shift engineers and apprentices
• Performing planned maintenance and repairs
• Driving continuous improvement through innovative projects
• Ensuring adherence to Health & Safety standards
• Collaborating with contractors and colleagues to achieve company goals

Requirements:

• Apprentice-trained Electrical/Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
• Experience in maintenance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical expertise
• Ability to attend to both mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs and inverter drives
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Your work will directly contribute to our production success and continuous improvement initiatives. You will have opportunities to develop new skills and lead exciting projects that propel the business forward.