Job Description
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 offSalary: £48,451The RoleThis 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.