Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Qualification)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain plastic manufacturing machinery. The role involves PPM and reactive maintenance on specialized equipment and offers a shift pattern with overtime and call-out bonuses. The ideal candidate will have completed an NVQ/Apprenticeship or have relevant military experience in maintenance/engineering. This position offers extensive training and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

In-House Training

Call Out Bonus

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer or similar background required.
• Recent completion of NVQ/Apprenticeship or experience in the forces.
• BTEC or similar qualification in Maintenance/Engineering.

Responsibilities

• PPM & reactive maintenance on plastic manufacturing machinery.
• Work on gearboxes, servos, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems.
• Participate in call-out rota and overtime opportunities.

Job description

Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Qualification)

£38,000 - £43,000 (Overtime OTE 50K) + 2k Call Out Bonus + In‑House Training + Weekdays + Company Benefits

Ashton‑under‑Lyn, Greater Manchester

Are you a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer or similar who has recently completed an NVQ/Apprenticeship or is leaving the forces looking for a role that offers plenty of training, a stable shift pattern and achievable career progression opportunities?

Do you want to work for a business that can offer an autonomous working environment in a growing company with ample overtime and call‑out bonuses to boost earnings?

The company is a well‑established manufacturer that supplies a wide range of industries. They invest heavily in industry‑leading training to ensure a great culture and staff retention, and expect to grow revenue by 25 % in the coming years.

In this role you will work alongside a team of 8–10 Maintenance Engineers, partnering with one engineer on a split shift pattern Monday to Friday (6:30 am‑2 pm and 12:00 pm‑8 pm). The shift rotates weekly, with overtime available outside these hours and on weekends. The role primarily involves planned preventive maintenance but will also require participation in a call‑out rota (one week in three) with a call‑out bonus and overtime pay for all hours worked.

The Role:

• PPM & reactive maintenance on plastic manufacturing machinery
• Working on gearboxes, servos, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems
• Full training on highly specialised machinery
• Overtime paid at 1.5×, 6–10 hours available each week
• Weekly shift rotation: Week 1 6:30 am‑2:30 pm, Week 2 12:00 pm‑8:00 pm

The Person:

• Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer or similar
• Ex‑forces / NVQ / BTEC or similar qualification in Maintenance/Engineering

Job reference: BBBH22669g

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on your experience, qualifications and skill set.

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