Maintenance Engineer – Electrical Bias (Multi-Skilled)

Pearson Whiffin; England; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias. This full-time role involves planned and reactive maintenance on heavy industrial machinery, requiring Level 3 qualifications and strong mechanical skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £43,050 plus overtime, with many engineers significantly increasing their earnings through additional shifts. Candidates must have a commitment to safety and quality, and enjoy working collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Enhanced overtime rates

Generous pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified Maintenance Engineer with electrical bias.
• Strong mechanical maintenance capability.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on heavy industrial plant.
• Support preventative maintenance schedules.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Safety commitment

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 qualification in Maintenance Engineering

Job description

Maintenance Engineer – Electrical Bias (Multi-Skilled)

Salary: £43,050 + overtime (OTE significantly higher)

Shift Pattern: Double Days – 44 hours per week

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment is working with a forward-thinking manufacturing business seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical bias. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, well-invested site offering strong earning potential, career development and a supportive working environment.

This role would suit a Level 3 qualified, multi-skilled engineer with experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment, who takes pride in maintaining high standards of safety, reliability and performance.

The Role

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on heavy industrial plant, machinery and site facilities
• Support preventative maintenance schedules to maximise uptime, performance and product quality
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults while supporting mechanical maintenance where required
• Work safely and collaboratively with production and engineering teams
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Play a key role in ensuring the site operates safely, efficiently and reliably

Shift Pattern – Double Days

• Week 1 : Monday – Thursday 6 : 00am–4 : 30pm, Friday 6 : 00am–4 : 00pm
• Week 2 : Monday – Thursday 12 : 00pm–10 : 00pm, Friday off

This is a 44-hour contract with regular overtime available, paid at time and a half or double time. Many engineers choose to work additional shifts, significantly increasing their annual earnings.

About You

• Level 3 qualified Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias
• Strong mechanical maintenance capability
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong commitment to safety, reliability and quality
• A proactive, hands‑on engineer who works well as part of a team

What’s On Offer

• Basic salary of £43,050 with realistic overtime‑enhanced earnings
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Generous pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Free onsite parking, cycle‑to‑work scheme and employee discounts

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and well‑established business where your skills will be valued, and your career progression genuinely supported.

Apply online with an up‑to‑date CV.