Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Northampton

Synergi Search & Select Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure the reliability and efficiency of their equipment and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have proven electrical maintenance experience within a manufacturing or FMCG context and possess relevant qualifications. This position offers a chance to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance and safety standards.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme

Product allowance

24/7 GP access

Generous pension & holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Proven electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Recognised Electrical Engineering qualifications.
• Up-to-date knowledge of BS7671 wiring regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reactive and planned electrical maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults across motors, drives, PLCs, control systems, and sensors.
• Maintain compliance with LOTO procedures and electrical safety standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance experience

Fault-finding and diagnostics skills

Strong understanding of utilities systems

Proactive, team-oriented mindset

Education

Recognised Electrical Engineering qualifications (e.g.NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2381/2377, HNC/HND or equivalent)

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Our client is one of the world's largest leading manufacturers, they have a presence in all the leading supermarkets in the UK and are expanding.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

You will play a vital role in maintaining and optimising the electrical reliability of the equipment and infrastructure, whilst contributing to efficiency, compliance and safety across the site.

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  Deliver reactive and planned electrical maintenance to minimise downtime
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  Troubleshoot and repair faults across motors, drives, PLCs, control systems, and sensors
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  Ensure optimal performance of utilities and infrastructure to support energy efficiency goals
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  Participate in continuous improvement activities such as 5S, Kaizen, and Lean practices
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  Maintain compliance with LOTO procedures, BS7671, and electrical safety standards
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  Support production teams by promptly resolving equipment issues
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  Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to complete cross-functional projects
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  Accurately record maintenance activities and condition-based monitoring (CBM) data in CMMS

The ideal candidate will have:

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  Proven electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
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  Recognised Electrical Engineering qualifications (e.g.NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2381/2377, HNC/HND or equivalent)
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  Up-to-date knowledge of BS7671 wiring regulations
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  Strong fault-finding and diagnostics skills with electrical systems and process equipment
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  Familiarity with CMMS systems and accurate maintenance record keeping
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  Understanding of utilities systems and site infrastructure
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  A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a strong focus on safety and compliance

Desirable Skills:

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  Experience with PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley) and control systems
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  Electrical safety training and additional certifications
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  Background experience in a food, beverage, or FMCG manufacturing environment

Benefits include:

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  Company bonus scheme
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  Product allowance
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  24/7 GP access
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  Generous pension & holiday entitlement

If you believe you are a great fit for this role, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now!