Xpert Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our client based in Cheadle.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing environment with a competitive salary and regular overtime available.
Working Hours:
This role operates on a rotating two-shift pattern:
Week 1 (Days)
- Monday – Thursday: 6:00am – 2:00pm
- Friday: 6:00am – 12:30pm
Week 2 (Afternoons)
- Monday – Thursday: 2:00pm – 10:30pm
- Friday: 12:30pm – 5:00pm
Overtime flexibility is essential.
- Every other Saturday morning required (paid at time and a half)
- Occasional Sunday work required (paid at double time)
The Role:
As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving factory equipment to ensure smooth production operations.
Duties will include:
- Fault finding and repair during production
- Planned and preventative maintenance on factory equipment
- Working with CNC and PLC controlled machinery
- Assessing spare parts requirements and reporting faults
- Ensuring maintenance work is completed safely and efficiently
- Completing maintenance documentation and records accurately
- Supporting production teams to minimise downtime
- Maintaining high housekeeping and health & safety standards
- Contributing to continuous improvement of equipment and processes
Requirements:
- Time served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification
- GCSE / O-Level education or equivalent (ONC / HNC advantageous)
- Working knowledge of industrial machinery
- Experience with CNC and PLC controlled equipment
- Strong fault finding and problem-solving ability
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Knowledge of basic mechanical practices
- 18th Edition qualification
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience working in a manufacturing or factory environment
- Ability to work independently and prioritise workload
- Flexible approach to overtime and shift work
- Strong understanding of health and safety practices
- Committed to maintaining high quality and operational standards
If you are an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Xpert Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client. By applying, you agree to register with us and consent to us holding your personal details on file. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact candidates who have been shortlisted for the role. However, we may also reach out regarding other suitable vacancies that match your profile.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
