Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias
Posted 16 days ago
- Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire
- Permanent
- Free staff parking
- £38,000 to £42,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In 12 days
Job Title: Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias
Location: Newcastle
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 7am - 4pm; Friday, 7am - 1pm (40-hour week with evening call-out flexibility required; call-outs paid).
About the Role:
Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias? Join our clients dynamic team of Site Maintenance Engineers and play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility. Working closely with the Senior Maintenance Engineer, you’ll tackle a wide variety of electrical maintenance tasks, helping to minimize machine downtime and driving continuous improvement across operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, with a key focus on the Paint System and Punch and Press Machines.
* Conduct routine maintenance and respond promptly to breakdowns or faults
* Diagnose issues and ensure timely resolutions to keep equipment running efficiently
* Carry out inspections to ensure the safe and effective operation of key machinery.
Preventative Maintenance:
* Implement and carry out a preventative electrical maintenance program for production and facility systems.
* Proactively ensure the optimal performance of critical equipment.
Electrical Repairs & Installations:
* Perform emergency repairs and resolve unplanned issues.
* Install new electrical components and ensure system functionality post-repair.
Safety & Compliance:
* Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all safety rules and regulations.
* Ensure compliance with legal and company-specific electrical safety standards.
Qualifications & Skills
* HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
* Minimum of 2 years' experience in a maintenance role with an electrical bias.
* Proficient in the use of handheld power tools and the ability to read technical 2D drawings.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Reliable, resilient, and detail-oriented.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Location: Newcastle
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 7am - 4pm; Friday, 7am - 1pm (40-hour week with evening call-out flexibility required; call-outs paid).
About the Role:
Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias? Join our clients dynamic team of Site Maintenance Engineers and play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility. Working closely with the Senior Maintenance Engineer, you’ll tackle a wide variety of electrical maintenance tasks, helping to minimize machine downtime and driving continuous improvement across operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, with a key focus on the Paint System and Punch and Press Machines.
* Conduct routine maintenance and respond promptly to breakdowns or faults
* Diagnose issues and ensure timely resolutions to keep equipment running efficiently
* Carry out inspections to ensure the safe and effective operation of key machinery.
Preventative Maintenance:
* Implement and carry out a preventative electrical maintenance program for production and facility systems.
* Proactively ensure the optimal performance of critical equipment.
Electrical Repairs & Installations:
* Perform emergency repairs and resolve unplanned issues.
* Install new electrical components and ensure system functionality post-repair.
Safety & Compliance:
* Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all safety rules and regulations.
* Ensure compliance with legal and company-specific electrical safety standards.
Qualifications & Skills
* HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
* Minimum of 2 years' experience in a maintenance role with an electrical bias.
* Proficient in the use of handheld power tools and the ability to read technical 2D drawings.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Reliable, resilient, and detail-oriented.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities