Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)
Employer: AWD online
Location: Hyde, Greater Manchester, North West England
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time • 36 Hours per week (06:00-13:30/13:30-06:00 Monday to Thursday; 06:00-12:00/12:00-18:00 Friday)
Salary: £45,000 to £47,000 per year
A fantastic opportunity for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with strong electrical and mechanical fault‑finding expertise to join a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, supporting production equipment and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across machinery, plant and site services.
* Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults efficiently.
* Fault find and troubleshoot PLC and HMI‑controlled equipment.
* Complete electrical installations including armoured cable, lighting and power systems.
* Maintain extrusion lines, injection moulding machines and automated assembly cells.
* Identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions for continuous improvement.
* Ensure all work meets current legislation and safety standards.
* Support new machinery installations and commissioning activities.
* Collaborate with colleagues, contributing ideas to improve processes.
* Assist with training and development of apprentices where required.
Candidate Requirements
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in an electrical or multiskilled discipline.
* Apprentice trained or equivalent practical experience.
* Strong electrical fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
* Proven experience with PLC and HMI systems.
* Good mechanical knowledge and maintenance experience.
* Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
* Ability to identify faults and implement effective solutions.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Desirable
* HNC or HND qualification.
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) knowledge.
* Experience with injection moulding, presses, conveyors or assembly machinery.
* Experience in single and three‑phase installations.
* IPAF certification.
Benefits
* Auto‑enrolled into Stakeholder Pension Scheme (Company contributes 4%).
* 28 days holiday (including statutory), rising by one day after one completed year of service.
* Life Assurance covering your annual salary.
* Subsidised canteen providing freshly cooked meals and sandwiches every day.
* Free car parking.
* Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, legal guidance, medical advice).
* Mental Health First Aiders available to provide support and guidance.
* Discounted Gym Membership.
* Staff discount on products (after probation).
* Free Flu Jab voucher every Autumn.
* Christmas Savings Scheme.
* NHS Health Checks.
Closing Date
28/05/2026
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