Maintenance Engineer Flint Salary: £56,700 Per Annum Monday to Friday Shift Pattern gap technical is proud to represent an industry-leading and well-established manufacturing business in their search for an

Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer

to join their team.

Scope of Role To provide high-quality electrical maintenance support within a fast-paced packaging environment, ensuring machinery operates efficiently and safely. The role involves preventive and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and continuous improvement to minimize downtime and optimize production output. Key Responsibilities: Electrical Maintenance & Repairs Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on packaging machinery and associated equipment. Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production lines, conveyor systems, motors, sensors, PLCs, and control panels. Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with electrical regulations and company safety standards. Support installation and commissioning of new equipment. Carry out electrical testing and inspection of plant equipment. Fault-Finding & Continuous Improvement Identify and troubleshoot faults using electrical schematics and diagnostic tools. Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime. Work alongside the engineering and production teams to optimize machine performance. Compliance & Safety Adhere to company health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring safe working practices at all times. Ensure all electrical work is completed to relevant regulatory standards (e.g., IET Wiring Regulations). Maintain accurate maintenance records and update the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Collaboration & Training Work closely with production teams to minimize machine downtime and maximize efficiency. Assist in training operators on basic fault-finding and maintenance procedures. Provide technical support to colleagues and junior engineers as needed. Key Requirements: Essential Qualifications & Experience: Apprentice-trained in Electrical Engineering (NVQ Level 3, HNC, HND, or equivalent). Minimum of 3+ years' experience in an electrical maintenance role within a packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG environment. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills on automated machinery. Experience working with PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.). Knowledge of electrical safety regulations and standards. Desirable Skills & Experience: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification. Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings. Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement processes (e.g., Kaizen, 5S). Personal Attributes: Proactive and able to work independently or within a team. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. High attention to detail and commitment to safety. Benefits: Competitive salary and overtime opportunities. Pension scheme and company benefits. Training and career development opportunities. Secure and stable role within a global company. How to Apply Send your CV via the

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