Multiskilled/Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Overview

In this role you will maintain and improve all machinery in our radiators production line for the power generation sector, reporting to the Plant Engineering/Maintenance Manager. You will troubleshoot, inspect, and service equipment to minimise downtime while upholding high safety and housekeeping standards. You will work with a cross-functional team to sustain reliable manufacturing processes and support continuous improvement. This is a hands-on, technically diverse position that drives equipment efficiency in a leading rail-related manufacturing environment.

Pay / Benefits

• retention bonus
• 4 x life assurance
• sick pay scheme
• pension
• 23 days holiday plus bank/public holidays
• Medicash Healthcare benefit

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service and repair all machinery used in the manufacturing process
• Periodically inspect systems to ensure optimal functioning
• Troubleshoot faults and resolve issues promptly
• Minimise production downtime through proactive maintenance and quick repairs
• Conduct preventive/predictive maintenance (PPMs) as required
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and safety compliance

Key requirements

• Manufacturing background preferred but not essential
• Electrical qualification (minimum) with apprenticeship training
• Ability to read engineering diagrams/drawings and control circuits/schematics
• Experience with DC/AC drives, electrical hoists, and 3-phase motors
• Experience with safety and light circuits, inverters, PLCs, relays, and speed control systems
• Experience with sensors; hydraulic and pneumatic control systems advantageous
• Mechanical understanding of gearboxes, pumps, and pneumatics advantageous
• Ability to prioritise and plan effectively under pressure and deadlines
• Ability to follow processes, health and safety/manual handling procedures

• Prioritisation and planning under pressure
• Process adherence and safety-mindedness
• Collaborative workflow with cross-functional teams
• DC/AC drives
• Electrical hoists
• 3-phase motors

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