Plant Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Gap Technical Ltd; Pentrecelyn; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Plant Facilities Maintenance Engineer to support its award-winning manufacturing site. This role involves providing electrical and mechanical support, managing maintenance projects, and collaborating with various departments. A committed individual with strong problem-solving skills, an attention to detail, and experience in maintenance work is desired. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for personal development.

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained engineer with experience in maintenance.
• Knowledge of small building projects like plumbing or heating systems.
• Ability to make minor PLC program adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and mechanical support across multiple departments.
• Carry out electrical installation and mechanical maintenance.
• Manage and source contractors for maintenance projects.
• Support TPM schedules and respond to production system breakdowns.

Skills

Electrical and mechanical support

Problem-solving skills

Excellent attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Apprentice Trained Engineer

18th Edition IEE Regulations qualification

Job description

Plant Facilities Maintenance Engineer

£37,500
Mon-Thurs: 8:00 - 17:15, Fri: 8:00 - 16:15
Wrexham, North Wales

gap technical are seeking a Plant Facilities Maintenance Engineer for our client based in Wrexham. The site is one of the company's award-winning manufacturing facilities in Europe.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Facilities Maintenance Department – a key function responsible for managing and implementing maintenance projects throughout the factory, supporting Production, Moulding, and Automation teams.

Performance Objectives

• Provide electrical and mechanical support across multiple departments to maintain smooth operation of facilities and production systems.
• Carry out electrical installation, mechanical maintenance and installation work in line with company Safe Systems of Work and Isolation Policy.
• Undertake general facility maintenance and improvement of services, including managing and sourcing contractors for multiple projects.
• Work to a planned schedule of maintenance activities while maintaining flexibility to support Production and Moulding operations as required.
• Apply basic PLC programming knowledge to make minor program adjustments as needed.
• Identify and deliver energy‑saving improvements and sustainability initiatives.
• Support TPM schedules and respond to production system breakdowns, including maintenance of automation equipment.

Person Specification

• Apprentice Trained Engineer.
• 18th Edition IEE Regulations qualification (desirable).
• Experience or knowledge of small building projects, such as plumbing or boiler/heating systems.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to design, review, and implement improvements in facility operations.
• Well‑organised with excellent attention to detail and confident in managing renovation and repair projects.
• Effective communicator who collaborates well across departments.
• Motivated to continually improve knowledge and drive personal development.
• Committed to working safely and taking ownership of tasks.

Apply

If you are interested in the above position, please contact Alex at gap technical or email your updated CV. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing date 19/02/2026