We are partnering with a well‑established manufacturing business based in Thetford that is looking to strengthen its engineering team with the addition of an electrically biased Maintenance Engineer. This is a key position within a high‑volume, fast‑paced production environment, with a strong focus on equipment reliability, continuous improvement, and minimising downtime.
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off
Salary: £48,451
The Role
This role goes beyond day‑to‑day maintenance. As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll play an active part in electrical improvement and upgrade projects, helping to enhance machine performance, safety, and long‑term reliability across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across production equipment
Fault‑find and diagnose electrical issues, including PLCs, drives, control panels, and automation systems
Support and deliver electrical projects such as machine upgrades, control modifications, installations, and continuous improvement initiatives
Contribute to reliability and efficiency improvement projects across the site
Work closely with production teams to minimise downtime and disruption
Maintain high standards of health, safety, and compliance at all times
About You
Electrically qualified (NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent)
Strong electrical fault‑finding and diagnostic capability
Experience working on electrical projects within a manufacturing environment
Background in manufacturing or FMCG environments (desirable)
Basic mechanical knowledge
Reliable, proactive, and a strong team player with a hands‑on approach
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary including shift allowance
Overtime opportunities
Training and development, including project exposure
Stable, growing business offering long‑term career progression
If you bring strong electrical expertise, enjoy working on improvement projects, and have the hands‑on capability to support a fast‑paced manufacturing operation, we’d encourage you to apply and submit your CV for consideration