Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer

Overview

An opportunity is available for an experienced Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer to join a highly automated manufacturing site in Wednesfield, Wolverhampton.

This role involves working as part of a multi-disciplinary shift team to ensure production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. The successful candidate will be responsible for responding to breakdowns, performing planned preventative maintenance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to minimise downtime and maintain production performance.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and diagnose electrical faults quickly to restore production.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and parts usage using Pirana maintenance management system.
• Identify recurring faults and contribute to root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and promote safe working practices.
• Maintain good housekeeping and operational standards across production lines.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent practical training.
• Strong electrical maintenance and fault finding experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a shift team.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices in manufacturing environments.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working in high-volume or automated production environments.
• Familiarity with Pirana or other CMMS maintenance systems.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Total salary between £37,760 - £44,840 including 18% shift allowance
• Competitive base salary based on experience
• 35 days annual leave
• Annual salary review
• Annual performance bonus scheme
• Defined contribution pension scheme (10% employer / 6% employee)
• Employee assistance programme
• Free on-site parking
• Access to employee discount programmes

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated CV to at your earliest convenience.

Please note that applicants must be currently based in the United Kingdom and possess the legal right to work in the UK.

If you are an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer with strong fault-finding skills and experience in industrial or automated production environments, we would be pleased to hear from you.