Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Goodfish Group Limited; Cannock; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Group bonus scheme

Pension and life assurance

Collaborative manufacturing team

Job summary

Goodfish Group Limited in Cannock is seeking a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical background to maintain plastic injection moulding equipment and support production. You will troubleshoot electrical controls, perform routine servicing, and collaborate with teams to keep lines running reliably.

The role requires hands-on experience with PLCs, electrical systems, and CMMS, plus a proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining plastic injection moulding machinery or similar industrial equipment.
• Proficient with PLCs and electrical control systems.
• Minimum Level 3 engineering qualification (Mechatronics or Electrical).
• Familiarity with mechanical systems is advantageous.
• Digitally savvy with CMMS or equivalent software.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on injection moulding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues, including PLCs and control systems.
• Conduct inspections to prevent breakdowns and maintain safety standards.
• Oversee electrical systems critical to production and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with production to minimise downtime and improve efficiency.
• Document maintenance activities in CMMS and provide weekly reports.

Skills

Electrical systems expertise

PLC programming & troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Team communication

Maintenance planning

Education

Engineering qualification Level 3 or higher

Tools

CMMS usage

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a multi-skilled and experienced Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical background to join our plastic injection moulding factory in Cannock. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and repair of manufacturing equipment.

Work Pattern - Days

Reporting to: Site Leader

Responsibilities

1. Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on plastic injection moulding machines and auxiliary equipment (e.g., chillers, robots, granulators & air compressors).
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues, including PLCs, control systems, and other electronic subsystems.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify potential issues and prevent breakdowns

2. Electrical Focus

• Oversee and maintain electrical systems critical to production processes.
• Implement upgrades or modifications to improve equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards for all electrical work.

3. Operational Efficiency

• Collaborate with production teams to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency.
• Develop strategies to improve the reliability and safety of machinery and processes.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using digital tools.

4. Reporting

• Complete detailed reports of work completed on CMMS
• Provide weekly improvement progress reports highlighting areas of success, challenges faced, and plans for further enhancement.

5. Team Collaboration

• Work closely with other engineering professionals and production staff to ensure seamless operations.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels to address maintenance priorities.

6. Health & Safety

• Adhere to health and safety regulations in all maintenance activities including LOLER and PUWER with detailed records kept to comply with ISO audit standards.
• Conduct risk assessments for maintenance tasks as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in maintaining plastic injection moulding machinery or similar industrialequipment.
• Strong expertise in electrical systems, including PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Engineering qualifications to a minimum of level 3 (Mechatronics or Electrical).
• Familiarity with mechanical systems is advantageous but not essential.
• Digitally savvy – comfortable using computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS) or similar tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary based on your expertise.
• 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory Bank Holidays
• Opportunity to participate in a group-wide bonus scheme, pension and life assurance
• Be part of a collaborative team in a forward-thinking manufacturing environment.
• Clear expectations for reporting daily activities and weekly improvement progress ensure accountability and growth.