Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Our Client is looking to recruit an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to provide electrical maintenance support across the site, ensuring all plant and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. The role is electrically biased, with responsibility for both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown support in a heavy industrial environment.

Hours 

Monday to Thursday - 7am-4pm

Fridays - 6am - 1pm 

Key Responsibilities of an Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with maintenance schedules
Diagnose and repair electrical faults on a wide range of industrial plant and equipment
Respond promptly to breakdowns, minimising downtime and ensuring safe restoration of operations
Work on and maintain high voltage (HV) systems where required
Support continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues and suggesting solutions
Liaise with and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring work is completed safely and to required standards
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
Ensure all work complies with health & safety regulations and company procedures
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimise equipment performance
Skills & Experience Required of an Electrical Maintenance Engineer 

Proven experience in a heavy industry or manufacturing environment
Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Experience working with high voltage systems
Knowledge and experience of PPM systems and breakdown maintenance
Ability to organise and manage subcontractors and external service providers
Good understanding of industrial control systems and electrical installations
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
Desirable Skills of an Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical or fitting/maintenance skills
Experience with conveyors, crushers, mixers, or similar heavy plant (if applicable)
Familiarity with PLC systems (fault finding level preferred)
Qualifications 

Recognised Electrical Engineering qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (preferred)
High Voltage training/authorisation (desirable)
Personal Attributes

Proactive and self-motivated
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Safety-conscious with a high attention to detail
Flexible approach to workload and priorities
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