Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Goodfish Group Limited; Cannock Chase; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Group bonus scheme

Pension & life assurance

Job summary

Goodfish Group Limited in Cannock is seeking a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical background to join our plastic injection moulding facility. You will maintain and repair machinery, troubleshoot PLCs, and ensure production reliability in a safety-conscious environment.

The role involves working with production teams, reporting through the Site Leader, and using CMMS to document activities.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining plastic injection moulding machinery or similar industrial equipment.
• Strong expertise in electrical systems, PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Engineering qualification to at least Level 3 (Mechatronics or Electrical).
• Familiarity with mechanical systems is advantageous but not essential.
• Digitally savvy; comfortable using CMMS or similar tools.
• Excellent problem-solving with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on moulding machines and auxiliary equipment (e.g., chillers, robots, granulators, air compressors).
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues including PLCs and control systems.
• Carry out inspections to prevent breakdowns and extend equipment life.
• Oversee electrical systems critical to production and implement improvements.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities using digital tools (CMMS).
• Collaborate with production teams to minimise downtime and improve efficiency.

Skills

Moulding machinery maintenance

Electrical systems & PLCs

Engineering qualification (level 3)

Mechanical familiarity

CMMS proficiency

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

Level 3 engineering qualification (Mechatronics or Electrical)

Tools

CMMS software

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.