Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) Wanted! – Immediate Start
Location: Newcastle- Under- Lyme | Rotating Shifts 4 On 4 Off
Pay: £45K + Shift Allowance + Overtime
Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer with an Electrical bias?
We are currently looking for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with proven hands-on logistic maintenance experience to join a growing team in ST5. You will be responsible for ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of automated equipment including conveyors, sorters, and tipping systems. You’ll work across electrical and mechanical systems, responding to faults, performing planned maintenance, and contributing to the safe, organised running of the engineering function.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in quality craftsmanship, and is confident repairing and maintaining essential parts of the supply chain.
Roles & Responsibilities
* Identifying and resolving mechanical or electrical issues quickly to minimise disruption.
* Liaise effectively with Operations Managers, Section Leaders, and Control Room staff to coordinate fault responses and maintenance tasks.
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and breakdown repairs across a wide range of automated machinery.
* Diagnose and repair faults in control panels, drives, motors, and PLC-controlled systems.
* Replace belts, chains, bearings, and other components as required.
* Ensure all equipment is maintained in safe working order and stored correctly when not in use.
* Maintain accurate records of maintenance activity, fault resolution, and handovers.
Requirements
* City & Guilds qualification in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
* Strong background in electrical/mechanical maintenance
* Knowledge of 16th/17th/18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematic diagrams
* Experience working on PLC-controlled systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
* Understanding of Health & Safety procedures in an industrial setting
What’s on Offer
* Base Salary of £45,000
* Shift allowance + overtime available
* Monday to Friday only
* Rotating shifts: Early > Early > Late > Nights
* 40-hour week with ½ hour paid lunch
* Career development in a high-tech, large-scale engineering environment
Next Steps
Apply to this Maintenance Engineer role through this advert. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Charlie Orton in our Engineering team on 0116 262 3733.
If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven't already done so). If you have not been contacted regarding your application within 7 days, please assume that you have not been successful. We will, however, retain your application for any future roles for which you may be suitable.
About Regional Recruitment
This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors.
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