Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Nelson Permanent Placements; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in West Bromwich is seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure the efficiency of machinery and support production. Responsibilities include handling breakdowns, conducting maintenance, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate should possess NVQ Level 3 certification and hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical disciplines. Benefits include a competitive salary, holiday, training opportunities, and various company perks.

Benefits

Annual salary of £44,300 - £45,600

25 days holiday plus festive shutdown

Training and development opportunities

Companywide bonus scheme

Company Pension

Discounted Gym Membership

Free annual flu vaccination

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Must have experience in mechanical and electrical disciplines.
• Knowledgeable in setting and running extrusion corrugation machines.
• Ability to comply with and promote company values.

Responsibilities

• Keep equipment and machinery running and handle breakdowns.
• Complete planned preventive maintenance and maintain accurate records.
• Provide electrical and mechanical fault diagnosis and support.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical fault diagnosis

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

PLC inputs/outputs

Safe working practices

Ability to work under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical/Mechanical

17th Edition Electrical certification

Tools

Specialist equipment for maintenance

Hand and measuring tools

Job description

Overview

Nelson Permanent Placements are working with our client recruiting for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer for a well-established company in West Bromwich who are global market leading Electrical Manufacturer producing products widely used in a number of sectors including Commercial & Industrial, Nuclear, Transportation, Data centre & energy across the world.

You will be responsible for keeping equipment and machinery running, handling breakdowns, and completing planned maintenance. This role supports the efficiency and growth of manufacturing and processing by improving production facilities and new installations. They work to minimise costly breakdowns and enhance the reliability and safety of the plant, staff, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Experienced in mechanical and electrical disciplines, including fault diagnosis, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and working with PLC inputs/outputs.
• Skilled in working with robot and welding cells, plastic injection and extrusion, presses, and rolling mills.
• Competent in using MEWP and interpreting engineering drawings and principles.
• Strong knowledge of safe working practices, health and safety legislation, and the ability to work quickly under pressure while managing a varied workload.
• Use specialist equipment knowledge to diagnose and repair breakdowns, carry out planned preventative maintenance, and record any issues or trends.
• Provide electrical and mechanical fault diagnosis and technical support to ensure reliable production.
• Work within the engineering team to promote best practice and achieve departmental KPIs.
• Complete all maintenance tasks, including emergency breakdown response, to high standards within set timeframes, maintaining accurate records.
• Operate hand and measuring tools safely for installation, calibration, and modification of plant and equipment.
• Handle materials correctly and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Report equipment malfunctions promptly and liaise with internal departments and external clients.
• Fit new parts, fix faults, arrange replacements, and keep production managers informed of progress.
• Perform scheduled machine checks, cleaning, lubrication, overhauls, and part replacements as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 Electrical/Mechanical, with 17th Edition Electrical certification and able to work with PLC inputs and outputs.
• Be able to comply with and promote company values.
• Knowledgeable in setting and running extrusion corrugation machines.
• Able to work as part of a team and as an individual.
• Motivation to beat targets safely and to required quality standards.

Benefits

• Annual salary of £44,300 - £45,600 (including 25% shift allowance). Hours of work will be 39 hours per week: Working Sunday to Wednesday 10pm - 6am & Thursday 10pm - 5am
• 25 days holiday plus festive shutdown at Christmas
• Training and development opportunities
• Companywide bonus scheme and service and recognition awards
• Company Pension and enhanced family friendly policies
• Discounted Gym Membership and cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccination voucher and employee assistance programme
• Cash health plan and Life Assurance 4 x salary
• Free home cyber security training
• Free onsite parking

How to Apply

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd. The services of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

Please be advised that our client can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom.

Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.