Plant Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Gap Technical Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Plant Facilities Maintenance Engineer for a prestigious site in Wrexham, North Wales. This role involves providing mechanical and electrical maintenance support, managing improvement projects, and collaborating across departments. An HND in Engineering is essential, with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to safety required. The position offers a competitive salary of £37,500, along with a structured work schedule.

Qualifications

• Essential to have HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Desirable to have 18th Edition IEE Regulations qualification.
• Experience in small building projects is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and mechanical support across departments.
• Carry out electrical installation and maintenance work.
• Manage contractors for multiple projects as needed.

Skills

Electrical support

Mechanical maintenance

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

18th Edition IEE Regulations qualification

Tools

PLC programming

Plumbing knowledge

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (essential).
• 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 31/10/2025