Reed Recruitment are delighted to be working with a global manufacturer based in Craigavon, recognised as one of the best companies to work for in the region.
Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Craigavon
Salary
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Electrical Engineer: £17.66 per hour
Multi-skilled Engineer: £18.49 per hour
Shift Allowance: 18.5% for working rotating day/evening shifts
Overtime opportunities and excellent benefits package
Hours of Work
Week 1: Monday-Thursday 07:00-16:00, Friday 07:00-13:00
Week 2: Monday-Thursday 16:00-00:00, Friday 16:00-20:00
(Two-shift rotation, with occasional night call-outs as required)
Company Benefits
Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
Enhanced holiday pay options
Pension scheme
Training and development opportunities
Excellent working environment with strong health & safety culture
Role Purpose
To provide day-to-day electrical maintenance of all machinery, services, and facilities within Operations, and deliver technical support and proactive solutions to engineering/manufacturing challenges to ensure production capability is maintained and maximised.
Key Responsibilities
Provide electrical maintenance cover for production, ensuring breakdowns are resolved promptly and downtime is minimised.
Use CMMS (McMain) to record and close all maintenance activities.
Complete reactive and planned maintenance tasks efficiently.
Support project work from installation through commissioning.
Offer technical support to engineering, operations, and external contractors.
Contribute to monthly team meetings driving continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Scope of Role
Maintain major equipment: 12 high-speed tufting machines, 1 shearing line, and ancillary equipment.
Support production of approx. 80,000 metres of carpet weekly.
Maintain site services (HVAC, power, fire sprinklers, air compressors).
Participate in audits, surveys, and 5S housekeeping initiatives.
Essential Skills & Experience
Recognised Electrical Engineering apprenticeship.
ONC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
Experience with AC/DC motors, 3-phase electrics, variable speed drives, servo systems.
Understanding of PLC control systems and fault diagnosis.
Basic IT knowledge.
Desirable
HNC/BTEC or Multi-skilled NVQ Level 3.
Pneumatics and hydraulics knowledge.
High-speed tufting machine experience.
IET 17th/18th Edition certification.
PLC programming experience.
Competency Profile
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Customer-focused with proactive approach.
Flexible, adaptable, and team oriented.
Committed to continuous improvement and personal development.
?? Apply today through Reed Recruitment and join a world-class manufacturing team! or you can call the office and speak to Donna