Maintenance Engineer

Gap Technical Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business near Wigan is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias. The role involves performing maintenance on machinery, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards, and collaborating with various departments. Candidates should have an HNC in Electrical Engineering, relevant experience, and PLC knowledge. This position offers a competitive salary with opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering is essential.
• Solid understanding of health & safety and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Carry out electrical and some mechanical maintenance tasks.
• Support equipment installations and upgrades.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Problem-solving

Autonomy

Teamwork

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLCs - Mitsubishi

PLCs - Siemens

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Engineer £42,000 + Overtime • Wigan • 3x Shift (Earlies/Lates/Nights). gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with Electrical bias to work at their facility based near Wigan.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and preventative maintenance on machinery and site utilities.
• Carry out electrical & some mechanical maintenance tasks.
• Support equipment installations and upgrades.
• Drive uptime and reliability by quickly resolving breakdowns.
• Uphold Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with internal departments for effective communication and minimal disruption.
• Identify and implement engineering improvements.

Person Specification / Qualifications

• HNC in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Served apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering.
• Solid understanding of health & safety and food safety regulations.
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.
• A problem-solving, hands-on approach and continuous improvement mindset.
• FMCG/Food experience (preferred).
• Experience working on PLCs - Mitsubishi & Siemens (Preferred).

Application and closing

Apply: Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website. If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, please do not hesitate to get in touch. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency.

Closing Date: 29/11/2025

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