Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Focus (Days)

Shillito Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Shillito Group in Sheffield is seeking an electrically biased Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance of facilities and equipment, minimising downtime and upholding high standards. This days-only role offers hands-on responsibility for preventive and corrective maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and facility systems.

The ideal candidate has an engineering apprenticeship and ONC/HNC, practical experience in manufacturing, and familiarity with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship and ONC / HNC (or equivalent) in electrical/mechanical engineering.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment in both mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• 17th or 18th edition wiring regulations.
• Experience performing preventative and reactive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules for equipment and facilities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and provide timely repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Maintain inventory of tools, parts, and equipment; manage procurement as needed.
• Monitor and improve equipment performance using KPIs such as MTTR and MTBF.
• Collaborate with production, safety, and engineering teams to support operational goals.
• Manage maintenance budgets and prepare reports for management review.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment uptime and reduce costs.
• Oversee facilities maintenance including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and utilities.
• Record all work undertaken including trend analysis and stock parts.
• Carry out or organise general repairs and oversee routine property plant maintenance.
• Facilitate / support Lean Manufacturing and operational Excellence implementation.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

HVAC maintenance

Safety regulations

Lean / Six Sigma

Communication skills

Education

ONC / HNC in electrical/mechanical engineering

Job description

Shillito Group in Sheffield is seeking an electrically biased Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance of facilities and equipment, minimising downtime and upholding high standards. This days-only role offers hands-on responsibility for preventive and corrective maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and facility systems.

The ideal candidate has an engineering apprenticeship and ONC/HNC, practical experience in manufacturing, and familiarity with safety regulations.