Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Pertemps; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global company is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to join their team. This exciting role involves maintaining automated machinery and performing PLC fault finding in a dynamic environment. You will be responsible for conducting regular preventative maintenance and troubleshooting issues, ensuring the smooth operation of equipment. If you are detail-oriented and possess strong communication skills, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive team. Join us and make a significant impact in the field of worker safety and industrial solutions!

Qualifications

• Time-served or NVQ level trained in electrical installation/maintenance.
• Proven PLC fault finding skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain automated machinery, including PLCs and ABB Robots.
• Conduct regular Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPMs).

Skills

PLC Fault Finding

Electrical Installation

Preventative Maintenance

Communication Skills

Education

NVQ Level in Electrical Installation/Maintenance

Tools

Automated Machinery

PLCs

ABB Robots

Job description

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)
Location: Skelmersdale
Salary: £19.50 + 22% shift rate per hour (£23.79p/h)
Core Hours: Monday - Thursday 6am-2pm/2pm-10pm & 6-12pm/11am-4:35pm Fridays
Contract Type: Temporary - minimum of 3-6 months

We are currently recruiting for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) for our client, a global company with operations in over 70 countries and sales in over 200 countries, operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, and consumer goods.

This role is offered on a temporary contract basis (minimum 3-6 months).

Responsibilities:

• Maintain automated machinery, belts, motors, pneumatics, and PLCs, including ABB Robots.
• Perform PLC fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Conduct regular Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPMs).
• Inspect and test machinery regularly.
• Log defaults and issues onto the company systems.

Candidate Requirements:

• Time-served or NVQ level trained in electrical installation/maintenance.
• Proven PLC fault finding skills.
• Ability to work independently with initiative.
• Good communication skills, able to explain complex technical scenarios to non-technical colleagues.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.