Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer - Walsall

ZipRecruiter; Walsall; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Walsall seeks a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias. This permanent position offers a competitive salary starting at £45,000, alongside various benefits including a company pension and training opportunities. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in maintenance and strong fault-finding skills. Apply now to become part of a supportive engineering team.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Discretionary bonus

25+ annual leave days

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years industry experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation, quality, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Routine, preventive, and reactive maintenance across the site.
• Diagnose and propose solutions for engineering plant breakdowns.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality, environmental policies.

Skills

18th Edition Electrical wiring regulations

Electrical fault-finding skills

Proficient in planned and reactive maintenance

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings

Knowledge of CAD or similar software

Education

HNC, City and Guilds, or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Tools

Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Job description

Job Description

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrically biased)

Location: Walsall, West Midlands

Shift: Double day shift (06:00 - 16:00 / 14:00 - 22:00)

Salary: £45,000+ (competitive), company pension scheme, discretionary bonus (performance-based), 25+ annual leave days + bank holidays, overtime, substantial training

A leading manufacturing company within the construction sector is seeking an electrically biased multiskilled maintenance engineer to join their well-established engineering team. This role offers security and stability, with opportunities for progressive training and development in a supportive environment.

Skills and Qualifications

• 18th Edition Electrical wiring regulations
• HNC, City and Guilds, or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (or similar)
• Minimum of 5+ years industry experience in high-volume manufacturing
• Proficient in planned and reactive maintenance of electrical and mechanical machinery
• Strong electrical fault-finding skills, including single-phase and three-phase machinery, relays, switches, sensors, and panel wiring
• Experience with Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and technical drawings
• Knowledge of CAD or similar software
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, belts, chains, pulleys, conveyors, gearboxes
• PLC knowledge is highly desirable
• Understanding of cold rolling and cold pressing processes (desirable)
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation, quality, and environmental regulations (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Routine, preventive, and reactive maintenance across the site
• Diagnose and propose solutions for engineering plant breakdowns and failures
• Improve performance, efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness of systems
• Design and modify manufacturing equipment and processes
• Support the development of new electrical parts, products, tooling, and processes
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality, environmental, and sustainability policies
• Participate in training and continuous professional development

Company Information: Our client is a leading manufacturer of building materials operating globally. Interested candidates should send their CV to Tom Phillips at Hunter Selection via [e-mail]. Please note, due to high application volume, only suitable candidates will be contacted. This is a permanent position with a salary of £44,000 - £45,000 plus bonus.