Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Company: Omega
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Earlies – Monday to Thursday 6:00am-2:00pm & Friday 6:00am-12:00pm

Lates – Monday to Thursday 2:00pm-10:00pm & Friday 12:00pm-6:00pm

Nights – Sunday 6:00pm-6:00am & Monday to Thursday 10:00pm-6:00am

Join a leading global manufacturer behind some of the world’s most recognised household brands. Backed by significant investment and operating across multiple international markets. You’ll join a high-performing engineering team at a modern manufacturing site where your expertise will directly contribute to delivering quality products to millions of consumers worldwide.

Responsibilities – Electrical Maintenance Engineer

  • Maintain and optimise high-speed production and packaging equipment to maximise uptime and efficiency.
  • Lead breakdown response activities, diagnosing faults and delivering effective first-time repairs.
  • Plan, execute and complete preventative maintenance activities in line with operational requirements.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to minimise recurring issues.
  • Accurately record maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history using CMMS systems.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and production performance.
  • Support engineering projects, equipment upgrades and installation activities.
  • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, quality and hygiene standards.
  • Participate in internal and external audits while maintaining regulatory compliance.
  • Contribute to maintenance budget objectives and support ongoing team development initiatives.

Experience / Qualifications – Electrical Maintenance Engineer

  • Experience working on high-speed manufacturing or packaging lines within FMCG, food, pharmaceutical, or similar industries.
  • Electrically qualified to minimum craft level, with ONC/HND advantageous.
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills on electrical and control systems.
  • Experience programming, modifying and fault-finding PLCs, particularly Siemens S5 and S7.
  • Knowledge of AC/DC drives, inverter systems and industrial electrical installations.
  • COMPEX qualification or experience within hazardous area environments desirable.
  • Good understanding of pneumatic and mechanical systems.
  • Strong IT and CMMS experience.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritise workload and perform under pressure.
  • Continuous improvement mindset with experience operating in KPI-driven manufacturing environments.

Benefits – Electrical Maintenance Engineer

  • 25 Days Holiday (200 Hours)
  • Structured training and development opportunities
  • Career progression within a growing international organisation
  • Modern manufacturing environment with ongoing investment

Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Electrical Engineer | Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer | Shift Engineer | Maintenance Technician | Electrical Shift Technician | Manufacturing Engineer | Controls Engineer | Production Maintenance Engineer | Automation Engineer | Plant Maintenance Engineer

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Posted: August 22nd, 2026