Maintenance Engineer

Vickerstock; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food manufacturer is looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician to support their operations in Dudley. You will perform electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates are NVQ Level 3 qualified with experience in manufacturing settings. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive engineering team.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Stable schedule

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Time-served or qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, control panels, and fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations across production and site services.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and ensure minimal downtime.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on electrical systems and machinery.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Safety focus

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds

Job description

Overview

Industrial Electrician

Salary: £21 per hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm
Location: Dudley
Type: Full-time / Permanent

A market-leading food manufacturer is expanding its Dudley site and is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to join the team. This is a great opportunity to join a skilled engineering team focused on keeping production efficient, reliable, and safe in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations across production and site services.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and ensure minimal downtime.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on electrical systems and machinery.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective solutions to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and electrical upgrades across the plant.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and food manufacturing regulations.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Time-served or qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, control panels, and fault finding.
• Multiskilled background (mechanical knowledge) is an advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive hourly rate and a stable Monday-to-Friday schedule.
• Opportunity to join a growing site within a leading European food manufacturer.
• Work with modern equipment and develop your skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Be part of a supportive engineering team that values collaboration and excellence.
• Progress your career with a business committed to investment, innovation, and long-term success.