Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Wigton Cumbria
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: Up to 46000 per annum (including shift allowance)

Working Pattern:

• 12-hour shifts 3 days per week
• Rotating shift pattern across Monday to Friday
• Night shifts are required approximately once every 4 weeks

Note:Overtime is available along with quarterly performance bonuses and an annual performance bonus.

We are currently recruiting for a Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Wigton. This is a hands-on and varied role within the engineering team focused on maintaining plant equipment improving processes and ensuring high levels of operational performance across the site.

The role involves both electrical and mechanical responsibilities offering an excellent opportunity for a hands-on person who enjoys fault-finding continuous improvement and working within a fast-paced production environment.

Key responsibilities
Maintenance and engineering support
Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment
Responding to breakdowns and restoring machinery within set timeframes
Ensuring machinery operates efficiently to meet production targets
Maintaining detailed maintenance records and updating internal systems
Escalating ongoing issues affecting downtime or performance
Supporting continuous improvement and equipment optimisation

Electrical and mechanical duties
Performing electrical maintenance in line with safety and compliance standards
Supporting mechanical maintenance tasks where required
Assisting with the installation modification and upgrade of machinery
Ensuring all work meets regulatory and hazardous area requirements
Maintaining high standards of workmanship across all engineering activities

Process improvement and project work
Contributing to projects aimed at improving production efficiency
Analysing breakdown and maintenance data to improve reliability
Supporting modifications to plant and equipment to increase output
Working collaboratively with the wider engineering and production teams
Taking part in both team-based and individual project work

About you
Engineering qualification (HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent)
Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment
Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
Good understanding of electrical systems and industrial equipment
Basic mechanical knowledge or willingness to develop these skills
Hands-on approach and comfortable working on the tools
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and organisational skills
Proactive and flexible approach to work
Awareness of health safety and compliance standards

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you apply today or contact Raluca or Simon for more information.

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