Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical bias)

JR United Kingdom; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Swadlincote is seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to maintain and repair manufacturing machinery. The ideal candidate will have an HNC/HND/NVQ Level 3 qualification and experience in a factory environment. Responsibilities include electrical and mechanical repairs, fault diagnosis, and scheduled maintenance. Competitive salary of £46,547 offered.

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained, or time-served Maintenance Engineer.
• Experience in a factory or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete both Electrical and Mechanical breakdown repairs.
• Scheduled PPM of plant and equipment.
• Fault diagnosis and repair.

Skills

Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance

Fault Diagnosis

PLC Fault Finding

Pneumatic/Hydraulic Repairs

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Education

HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering

Job description

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Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical bias), Swadlincote

Client:

Questech Recruitment Ltd

Location:

Swadlincote, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

Job Description:

Our client is a well-established and successful manufacturer with a global presence. They are looking for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with an Electrical bias to maintain and repair their manufacturing machinery. This is a permanent role.

They seek someone who is Multi Skilled / Dual Skilled in both electrical and mechanical maintenance, with an Electrical bias.

Location: Swadlincote

Shift Pattern: 3 days / 2 nights / 5 off / 2 days / 2 nights / 5 off / 2 days / 3 nights / 4 off (approximately 1 to 2 weekends a month)

Salary: £46,547 (£43,246 basic + £3,301 Shift Allowance)

Your duties as a Maintenance Engineer will include:

• Completing both Electrical and Mechanical (M&E) breakdown repairs
• Scheduled PPM of plant and equipment
• Fault diagnosis and repair
• DC & AC drives, motors, and gearboxes
• PLC fault finding
• Pneumatic/Hydraulic repairs
• Safe isolation and safe working practices
• Electrical / mechanical installation

Candidate Requirements:

• Electrically biased Maintenance Engineer
• Apprentice trained, or time-served Maintenance Engineer, or a HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 / similar qualification in Engineering
• Experience in a factory / manufacturing environment
• Autonomous and team working skills
• Ability to read technical engineering drawings
• Excellent communication skills

Previous job titles could include; Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Technician, Shift Engineer, M&E Maintenance Engineer roles, etc.