We are looking for a Multiskilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer to work on a permanent basis in St Helens.
The role is working for a global manufacturing company.
The shifts for the Multiskilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer are Monday to Friday; 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm (No nights).
Salary is c£40-50,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus 25 days' holidays, company bonus, healthcare, pension etc.
Duties for the Multiskilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer:
Key Responsibilities
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Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical production equipment.
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Diagnose electrical faults on machinery including motors, sensors, control panels, PLCs, drives, and automation systems.
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Carry out mechanical repairs and adjustments as required, including work on pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, and general plant equipment.
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Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimise operational disruption.
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Assist in the installation, commissioning, and modification of machinery and production lines.
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Ensure all maintenance tasks are performed safely and in compliance with company procedures and industry regulations.
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Maintain accurate maintenance logs, documentation, and equipment records.
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Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to reliability and efficiency projects.
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Support cross-functional teams including production, quality, and engineering.
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Participate in shift patterns, on-call rota, or overtime as required.
Skills & Experience
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Time-served apprenticeship or recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
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Strong electrical fault-finding skills within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
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Good mechanical aptitude and experience working on mechanical systems.
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Familiarity with PLC systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.) is desirable.
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Experience working with AC/DC motors, variable speed drives, sensors, and automated machinery.
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Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
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Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
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Good communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
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Knowledge of health & safety legislation, safe isolation procedures, and permit-to-work systems.
How to Apply for the Multi Skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer:
Please call Rebecca at Simply Recruitment Group or press APPLY NOW