Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Doncaster (DN5) | £49, – £50, starting salary
Power up your career where it really counts.
This is more than wires, circuits and fault-finding.
This is engineering with purpose working in a fast-moving, complex site where you’ll be hands-on from day one.
If you're an Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking to make an impact in a large-scale environment, this is the challenge you've been wired for.
Ex-forces engineers are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you’ve honed your technical skills under pressure whether in the Royal Navy, RAF, or British Army this opportunity gives you a civilian role where that experience will be valued and rewarded.
About the Company
The business operates one of the most technically advanced industrial sites in the region.
It’s part of a national network of operations transforming waste into renewable energy, agricultural products, and more keeping the circular economy turning.
You’ll be joining an established engineering team on-site that knows the plant inside out and keeps production running at full capacity, 24/7.
About the Electrical Maintenance Engineer
The Electrical Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for the day-to-day upkeep, repair, and improvement of all electrical systems on-site.
From scheduled preventative maintenance to emergency breakdown response, your mission is to keep the plant safe, running, and fully compliant.
You’ll be working 12-hour shifts on a 4 on 4 off rotation (including nights and weekends) – so flexibility and reliability are key.
Shift - 4 on 4 off shifts (days & nights)
Key Responsibilities
1. Carry out electrical maintenance and installation works across plant and machinery
2. Respond rapidly to breakdowns and faults, troubleshooting effectively under pressure
3. Work on general factory electrical systems including control panels, drives, motors, and sensors
4. Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with compliance regulations
5. Conduct risk assessments and adhere to Health & Safety procedures
6. Collaborate with mechanical and production teams to minimise downtime
7. Support shift coverage when required due to absence or business need
8. Ensure the working area is always left safe, clean and functional
What We're Looking For
9. Recognised apprenticeship or formal electrical qualification (C&G / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
10. Extensive experience as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer in an industrial/process environment
11. Knowledge of inverter drives and basic PLC logic
12. Comfortable working independently and as part of a multi-skilled team
13. High attention to detail and fault-finding skills
14. Calm and methodical under pressure
15. Excellent communication skills at all levels
16. Commitment to continuous improvement and safe working practices
Why Become an Electrical Maintenance Engineer Here?
17. Excellent starting salary of up to £50,
18. Rotating shifts offering regular time off between blocks
19. High-spec plant environment with varied, hands-on work
20. Long-term stability with a business that’s growing and investing
21. Welcoming culture where ex-forces candidates thrive
22. Real opportunity to influence the safety, reliability and performance of the site
Benefits
23. Competitive pension scheme
24. Overtime opportunities
25. Free on-site parking
26. Work uniform, tools and PPE provided
27. Additional training and qualifications supported
28. Long-term progression opportunities
Plug in. Step up. Make every shift count.
If you're ready to own your role as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, keep critical operations running, and make a real difference with your skills — apply today.
Your next engineering chapter starts here.