Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Derby

3 Shift Pattern

£50,000 - £55,000

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.
• 17th Edition qualification advantageous but not essential.
• 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)
• 10% Employer Pension Contribution
• Single Private Healthcare
• Structured training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a growing international organisation
• Modern manufacturing environment with ongoing investment

For more information on this role, please contact Andy Haddon on 01453 796617, or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

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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