Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Elec Bias

Pioneer Selection Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in County Durham is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000 per annum, with opportunities for further training and progression. Responsibilities include carrying out maintenance, diagnosing faults, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers a good work/life balance through a varied shift pattern.

Benefits

Company pension & benefits package

Overtime available

Further training opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified in Electrical Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Experience in a manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial environment.
• Comfortable working Panama days and nights.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on production equipment.
• Quickly diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong electrical fault-finding skills

Multi-skilled with some mechanical ability

Proactive and reliable

Education

Time-served or qualified in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias

Location: County Durham

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum

Shifts: Panama Days & Nights (2-2-3 shift pattern)

Sector: Manufacturing / Engineering / FMCG / Industrial

Overview

Join a Market-Leading Manufacturer as a Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias!

Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical background looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced and growing environment? We are currently recruiting for a leading manufacturer in County Durham who are looking to expand their Engineering team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business offering long-term stability, excellent training opportunities, and a highly competitive salary of up to £45,000.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a wide range of production equipment
• Quickly diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to minimise downtime
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety and company procedures
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Accurately record all maintenance activity using the CMMS system

About You

• Time-served or qualified in Electrical Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or equivalent)
• Strong electrical fault-finding skills (PLCs, sensors, motors, control panels, etc.)
• Multi-skilled with some mechanical ability
• Experience working in a manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial environment
• Comfortable working Panama days & nights (2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off)
• Proactive, reliable, and a strong team player

What's in it for You?

• Salary up to £45,000 (depending on experience)
• Attractive shift pattern offering good work/life balance
• Company pension & benefits package
• Overtime available
• Opportunities for further training and progression within a growing business

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Kieran Wall at Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details