Maintenance Engineer

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Midsomer Norton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing company is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer in Midsomer Norton, offering a salary of £37,000 - £42,000 DOE. The role involves electrical/mechanical maintenance, working with a multi-skilled team, and includes substantial overtime opportunities. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in electrical systems, fault-finding, and teamwork. Benefits include 34 days of holiday and a stable working environment. Apply now for a long-term career in a supportive engineering role!

Benefits

Unlimited, flexible overtime

Early Friday finish

34 days holiday

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong electrical background with multi-skilled capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Reacting to electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
• Conducting planned maintenance and machine modifications.
• Working from electrical drawings to diagnose faults.
• Ensuring high-quality engineering work.

Skills

Single & three-phase systems knowledge

Reading circuit diagrams

Electrical fault-finding skills

Understanding of pneumatics and mechanical systems

Communication & teamwork

Time-keeping

Independence in work

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Midsomer Norton

£37,000 - £42,000 DOE + Unlimited, Flexible Overtime (Time & Half)

37.5 hours per week | Mon-Fri | Early Friday Finish | Permanent

Are you an electrically biased Maintenance Engineer looking to join a long-standing, supportive, family-feel engineering team?

Our client, a highly respected manufacturing business in Midsomer Norton, is expanding their on‑site engineering team and seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join them.

This is a fantastic opportunity if you want stability, low staff turnover, and a role where no two days are the same.

What's on Offer

• £35,000 - £42,000 depending on experience
• Overtime available at time & half (regular overtime available)
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Double‑day shift pattern with weekly rotation
• Early finishes every Friday
• 34 days holiday (including Bank Holidays + Christmas shutdown)
• Long‑term stability with an established employer
• Friendly, collaborative engineering team of five

Shift Pattern

Mornings:

• Mon‑Wed: 6am‑2pm
• Thu: 6am‑1pm
• Fri: 6am‑12:30pm

Afternoons:

• Mon‑Wed: 2pm‑10pm
• Thu: 1pm‑8pm
• Fri: 12:30pm‑7pm

The Role

You’ll join a multi‑skilled team supporting a wide range of machines across the plant – from legacy equipment to newer automated systems.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Electrical & mechanical reactive breakdowns
• Planned maintenance, machine modifications & improvement projects
• Installing, relocating, and building machinery and components
• Working from electrical drawings and diagnosing faults down to PCB/component level
• Supporting continuous improvement across the production environment
• Ensuring safe, high‑quality engineering work at all times

What We're Looking For

A strong electrically biased engineer with experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing or industrial environment.

Key skills include:

• Solid knowledge of single & three‑phase systems, motors, controllers, PLC awareness
• Able to read and work from circuit diagrams
• Strong electrical fault‑finding skills
• Understanding of pneumatics, bearings, belts, or general mechanical systems (advantageous)
• Excellent communication & teamwork
• Positive, proactive approach with strong time‑keeping
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a five‑person engineering team

Is this role right for you?

This position suits someone who enjoys variety, appreciates a stable employer, and wants to work in a supportive environment where engineering is valued.

If you're an Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking for a long‑term home – this is it.

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