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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)
Bolton
£40,000 – £50,000 DOE
Shift Pattern: 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm Rotating
Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join a busy plant/manufacturing environment in Bolton. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business offering long-term stability, ongoing investment, and opportunities for development.
The Role
As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving plant and production machinery across site, ensuring downtime is minimised and equipment performance is maximised.
This is a hands-on role requiring strong electrical fault-finding skills, the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, and confidence responding to breakdowns in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities - Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across plant and production equipment
* Attend electrical and mechanical breakdowns quickly and efficiently
* Fault finding on motors, drives, sensors, relays, and control systems
* Read and interpret electrical and mechanical engineering drawings/schematics
* Work on conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated machinery
* Support continuous improvement and reliability projects
* Assist with machinery upgrades, installations, and modifications
* Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and records
* Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures
What We’re Looking For
* Experienced multi-skilled maintenance engineer with an electrical bias
* Happy working within a plant/manufacturing environment
* Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and schematics
* Strong breakdown and fault-finding experience
* NVQ Level 3 / HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
* Previous experience within manufacturing, FMCG, industrial, or plant environments
* Basic PLC fault-finding experience advantageous
* Proactive, hands-on attitude
* Able to work both independently and as part of a team
What’s on Offer
* Salary between £40,000 – £50,000 DOE
* Monday–Friday rotating shifts (no weekends)
* Overtime opportunities available
* Stable, long-term opportunity
* Supportive engineering team and working environment
* Career progression opportunities
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