Part time Maintenance Engineer (electrically biased)

Wedge Group; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 18,500 - 20,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday (plus statutory days)

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual pay reviews

Free parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Annual free flu vaccinations

Job summary

Wedge Group in Eastleigh is hiring a part-time Maintenance Engineer to support plant operation. The role involves ensuring the safe and efficient operation of equipment, conducting maintenance, and responding to breakdowns.

Candidates should have experience in engineering and hold relevant qualifications. The position offers an annual salary of £18,500 - £20,500 for a 20-hour work week with various employee benefits including holiday leave, pension scheme, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering role.
• Electrical maintenance qualifications are beneficial.
• Ability to conduct electrical diagnostics and fault-finding.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of plant and equipment.
• Conduct maintenance operations at site.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and resolve related issues.

Skills

Electrical installation and testing qualifications

Self-motivation

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience with overhead cranes/hoists

Job description

(Part time) Maintenance Engineer (electrically biased)

Wessex Galvanizers Ltd, Eastleigh, SO50 6NZ – part of the Wedge Group Galvanizing. 14 sites nationwide. Role of part‑time Maintenance Engineer to support plant and equipment operation at the Wessex site.

What’s the role?

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of plant and equipment.
• Operate safe working practices within the work environment.
• Maintain regulatory compliance of equipment and facilities.
• Undertake maintenance operations at site.
• Input required information into the Engineering Management System.
• Conduct electrical diagnostics and fault‑finding activities.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and resolve related issues.

Who would suit this role?

Candidates should have experience in an engineering role and hold electrical installation and testing qualifications; electrical maintenance qualifications will be considered. The role suits someone organised, self‑motivated, a team‑player, conscientious, with a ‘can‑do’ attitude, good communication and cooperation with colleagues and stakeholders. Experience with overhead cranes/hoists is beneficial.

Benefits

• Permanent 20‑hour contract, gross pay £18,500 – £20,500 per annum.
• Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with advancement opportunity.
• Annual pay reviews.
• 25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year – 5 days more than the legal requirement.
• Enhanced pay for other leave (paternity, maternity, etc.).
• Company pension scheme beyond the legal minimum.
• Employment protection and death in service cover up to 3x annual salary.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free wellbeing, mental and physical, and financial advice and support.
• Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Equipment and PPE provided.
• Annual free flu vaccinations.
• Company share purchase opportunity.
• Free parking.

Hours

20 hours per week, 09:00 to 13:00 Monday to Friday inclusive.

Equal Opportunities

Wedge Group Galvanizing is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where everyone is valued and welcomed.