Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer in Swindon. The role involves problem-solving and maintaining operations while working with advanced machinery. You will respond to breakdowns, implement maintenance strategies, and collaborate with teams to enhance production efficiency.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Death in service

Cashback medical scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to production breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Provide technical support to shift engineers and apprentices.
• Perform planned maintenance and repairs.
• Drive continuous improvement through innovative projects.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical expertise

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Apprentice-trained Electrical or Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Job description

Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client:

Morgan Ryder

Location:

Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Role: Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, death in service, cashback medical scheme, and more!

Shift Pattern:

• Week 1: Mon-Thu Days (06:00 – 18:00), Fri-Sun off
• Week 2: Mon-Thu Nights (18:00 – 06:00), 6 days off (Fri-Wed)
• Week 3: Thurs-Sat Days (06:00- 18:00), Sun off

About the Role: Are you a problem-solver passionate about maintaining smooth operations? Do you enjoy working with cutting-edge machinery in a fast-paced environment? We want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Respond quickly to production breakdowns to minimize downtime
• Provide technical support to shift engineers and apprentices
• Perform planned maintenance and repairs
• Drive continuous improvement through innovative projects
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety standards
• Collaborate 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 skills and technical expertise
• Ability to perform both mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs and inverter drives
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

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