Our client is a leading UK manufacturer of essential building products. Operating across 17 sites in the UK, they provide high-quality products that support both traditional and modern construction methods, ensuring the continued growth of the UK construction industry.
Job Role & Key Responsibilities:
Support day-to-day engineering operations, focusing on breakdown response and planned maintenance. Deliver hands-on electrical fault finding, machine maintenance, and ensure continuous plant performance in a dusty, industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Diagnose and repair faults on conveyors, kilns, mixers, ovens, and industrial machinery
* Perform PPM and reactive maintenance (approx. 75% reactive)
* Read and interpret electrical diagrams, work within panels, wire sensors and motors
* Support mechanical changeovers and minor mechanical tasks
* Input into plant upgrades, installations, and continuous improvement projects
* Maintain logbooks and contribute to site compliance with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
The ideal candidate will have:
* NVQ Level 3 / C&G in Electrical Engineering (or NARIC-approved equivalent for overseas applicants)
* 3+ years hands-on experience in an industrial setting
* Strong knowledge of motor theory, wiring, and electrical schematics
* Confident working with AC/DC drives, sensors, and PLC-controlled systems
* Ex-forces or international experience considered with correct qualifications
Desirable Skills:
* Recognised apprenticeship in electrical maintenance
* Familiarity with Siemens S5/S7 PLCs
* Experience in electronics, instrumentation, or heavy industry environments
* IOSH / NEBOSH (advantageous)
* Mechanically capable of basic fault finding and changeovers
Benefits include:
* Company pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Free onsite parking and canteen
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with us or apply below!