Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer to oversee manufacturing operations in Nottingham. The role involves ensuring efficiency through responding to breakdowns, providing technical support, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should be apprentice-trained and have experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Opportunities for skill development and leading exciting projects await the successful applicant.

Benefits

Pension

Medical scheme

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to handle 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.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Apprentice-trained Electrical or Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer

Job description

Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Nottingham

Client: Morgan Ryder

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

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

Shift Pattern:

• Week 1: Mon-Thurs Days (06:00 – 18:00), Fri-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 operational efficiency? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments working with advanced machinery? If yes, we want to hear from you!

As a Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will ensure manufacturing operations run smoothly and 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 projects
• Promoting health & safety standards
• Collaborating with contractors and colleagues to meet company goals

Requirements:

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

Your role will directly impact production success and continuous improvement. You'll have opportunities to develop new skills and lead exciting projects that advance our business.