Electrical Maintenance Engineer | Career Development Opportunity
Location: Aberdeenshire
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000 (Based on experience)
Shift: Monday to Friday, Day Shift
Industry: Food Manufacturing / FMCG
Employment: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an electrically-minded engineer looking for your next big step?
Our client is a leading name in Aberdeenshire’s thriving food sector, and they are looking for a motivated Site Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join their team.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who has completed an apprenticeship or has a few years of experience and is ready to grow within a fast-paced production environment. This role offers the rare benefit of a Monday to Friday day shift, providing a great work-life balance while still working in a technically challenging setting.
The Role: What you will be doing
You will be a key part of the engineering team, keeping the site running smoothly while developing your skills in a major manufacturing facility.
* Keep Things Moving: Carry out planned maintenance (PPMs) and assist with both electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
* Problem Solve: Diagnose faults on automated machinery and help implement long-term fixes.
* Project Support: Get involved with equipment upgrades and reliability initiatives.
* Teamwork: Work alongside production teams to minimize downtime and maintain high safety standards.
What you will need to bring
We are looking for someone with a solid electrical foundation and a proactive attitude.
* Electrical Knowledge: You should hold a recognized electrical qualification (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, or HNC/D). Being 18th Edition trained is preferred.
* Background: Experience in Food, FMCG, or high-speed manufacturing is ideal. If you come from a similar fast-paced sector, we are still open to your application.
* Technical Interest: A basic understanding of PLCs, conveyors, and automated systems.
* Right to Work: You must have full, permanent UK working rights. We cannot offer sponsorship or consider those on limited-term visas.
What is on offer?
* Salary: A competitive starting bracket from £32,000 to £40,000 depending on experience.
* Schedule: Monday to Friday day shift, offering excellent stability.
* Development: Ongoing training and a clear path to progress your engineering career.
* Environment: A stable, well-invested site with a supportive leadership team.
* Relocation: Potential assistance for those looking to move to the Aberdeenshire area.
How to Apply
If you are a proactive engineer ready for a new challenge in a friendly, fast-paced team, please apply with your CV today.