Shift Electrical Engineer

Mitie Group plc.; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Training and career progression

Continuous improvement culture

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking a Shift Electrical Engineer to support the smooth, safe, and continuous running of a fast-paced plant in Ellesmere Port.

The role includes day and night shifts, PP maintenance, fault finding, and overseeing contractors to ensure high-quality work. Qualifications include a recognised electrical qualification or time-served experience; IEE 18th Edition and HV switching are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification or time-served experience.
• IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (advantageous).
• HV switching experience (advantageous).
• Experience with power supplies, lighting, meters, circuit boards and pumps.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and complete reports.
• Conduct fault-finding, planned maintenance and reactive repairs for electrical plant.
• Support team members as directed by the Supervisor or Contract Manager.
• Ensure all tasks are completed within contractual time scales.
• Complete electrical installations and system upgrades on site.
• Supervise visiting sub-contractors, ensuring safe and high-quality work.
• Adopt a flexible approach to support other properties within the portfolio.
• Complete all documentation accurately and on time.
• Work safely and diligently, following company policies and procedures.
• Participate in training, appraisals and development activities.
• Undertake training in mechanical maintenance and assist the mechanical team when required.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

HV experience

Fault diagnosis

Documentation

Safety procedures

Education

Electrical qualification or time-served apprenticeship

Tools

Meters

Pumps

Power supplies

Circuit boards

Job description

ROLE: Shift Electrical Engineer
SHIFT : Day shift - 0600 - 1800, Night Shift 18:00-0600 Week 1 - 4 nights, 3 off Week 2 - 3 days 1 off 3 nights Week 3 - 3 off, 4 days Week 4 - 7 off
LOCATION: Ellesmere Port

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for an Shift Electrical Engineer with HV experience to support the smooth, safe and continuous running of our fast‑paced plant.

Role Responsibilities:

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and complete associated reports.
• Conduct fault‑finding, planned maintenance and reactive repairs for electrical plant.
• Support team members as directed by the Supervisor or Contract Manager.
• Ensure all tasks are completed within contractual time scales.
• Complete electrical installations and system upgrades on site.
• Supervise visiting sub‑contractors, ensuring safe and high‑quality work.
• Adopt a flexible approach to support other properties within the portfolio.
• Complete all documentation accurately and on time.
• Work safely and diligently, following company policies and procedures.
• Participate fully in training, appraisals and development activities.
• Undertake training in mechanical maintenance and assist the mechanical team when required.

Required Qualifications:

• Recognised electrical qualification, apprenticeship, or time‑served experience.
• IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (highly advantageous but not essential).
• Experience in HV switching (highly advantageous but not essential).
• Experience working with power supplies, lighting, meters, circuit boards and pumps.
• Ability to anticipate, diagnose and repair faults.
• Capable of completing essential paperwork accurately and promptly.

What's in it for you?

• A supportive, values‑driven team environment in a high‑performing site.
• Opportunities for training, skill development and career progression.
• A workplace that encourages innovation, fresh thinking and continuous improvement.