Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

VanRath; Strabane; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Northern Ireland is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to enhance production efficiency. The role involves conducting maintenance, diagnosing faults, and supporting equipment installations in a dynamic FMCG environment. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent work-life balance with flexible shifts.

Benefits

Staff discount card

Free on-site parking

Additional holidays with service length

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and fault-finding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance on machinery.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic faults.
• Support new equipment installations.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

PLC Fault-Finding

3-Phase Electrical Systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Maintenance Engineer - FMCG | £42,210 | Northern Ireland
Full-time | 12-hour Shifts | Excellent Work-Life Balance

Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer with strong electrical expertise and a background in FMCG or food production environments? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company where your skills will be valued, and your career supported.

The Role:
You'll play a key part in maintaining and improving production equipment to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency. Responsibilities include:

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  Conducting preventative and reactive maintenance on machinery
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  Diagnosing electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic faults
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  Supporting new equipment installations and leading improvement projects
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  Maintaining accurate maintenance records
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  Providing training and support to apprentices
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  Working cross-functionally to resolve technical issues

What We're Looking For:
Time-served engineer with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
Strong knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems, control circuits, pneumatics & hydraulics
PLC fault-finding skills and experience with motor inverters & control gear
Ability to read electrical & mechanical drawings

Desirable Extras:

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  Fabrication/welding experience
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  Full driving licence
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  17th/18th Edition certification

What's On Offer:
£42,210 annual salary
12-hour shifts with a flexible, compressed workweek
Only one Saturday in every six weeks
Staff discount card & free on-site parking
Additional holidays with service length
Death in service benefit

If this role is of interest or you would like to discuss any other potential roles, feel free to reach out to Karl Yellop on 02890 330250 or [e-mail]