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Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 40,500 - 43,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: DN14, Newland, North Yorkshire

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

We are recruiting experienced Electrical Engineers to join the engineering team at our high‑volume manufacturing facility in Howden. This is a great opportunity to work within a fast‑paced, automated production environment, playing a key role in maintaining essential plant equipment and driving continuous improvement across the site.

The role operates on a rotating shift pattern covering mornings and afternoons.

Key Responsibilities

  * Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on a wide range of electrical systems, machinery, and production equipment.

  * Respond promptly and professionally to equipment breakdowns, minimising downtime and impact on production.

  * Diagnose and rectify electrical faults, including working with PLC‑controlled machinery.

  * Carry out electrical repairs, modifications, and installations in line with current regulations and site standards.

  * Support mechanical fault‑finding activities where required, working closely with Mechanical Engineers.

  * Conduct root cause analysis on repeat failures and implement long‑term corrective solutions.

  * Identify and deliver improvements to equipment reliability, performance, safety, and efficiency.

  * Record all maintenance activity accurately using the CMMS (Shire system).

  * Maintain a proactive, flexible approach to support production demands and business objectives.

  * Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and internal policies as outlined within the Integrated Management System (IMS).

Shift Pattern (Rotating Weekly)

  * Week 1: 6:00am – 2:30pm | Monday to Friday

  * Week 2: 10:00am – 6:30pm | Monday to Friday

About You

Essential

  * Minimum Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

  * 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (current).

  * Previous experience in an electrical maintenance role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.

  * Strong fault‑finding skills with PLC‑controlled equipment.

  * Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure within a production‑critical environment.

  * Good verbal and written communication skills.

  * Proactive attitude with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Desirable

  * Experience within FMCG, woodworking, or other high‑volume manufacturing environments.

  * Experience working with automated production lines

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