Electrically biased engineer

Electrical Engineer Location: Disley
Industry: Heavy Manufacturing
Salary: £57000
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (2 days, 2 nights) - 7 rotations followed by an 18-day break
Our client is a well-established, large-scale manufacturing business. Due to continued investment and a strong focus on reliability and asset performance, they are now seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their engineering team at their Disley site.
This is a long-term, stable opportunity offering job security, excellent work-life balance, and ongoing training and development within a supportive engineering environment.
 
The Role
This is a hands-on, plant-based role with a strong focus on , supported by basic mechanical PPM and troubleshooting where electrical maintenance, fault finding, and reliability improvement required.
You will play a key role in implementing condition-based maintenance strategies to maximise equipment availability and efficiency across the site.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance and fault finding on plant equipment including motors, drives, and control panels
• Diagnose and rectify faults on Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
• Interrogate PLCs for fault finding and basic condition monitoring
• Plan, schedule, and complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities
• Support basic mechanical maintenance tasks such as belts, bearings, seals, and lubrication (CIL)
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with Health & Safety regulations and safe systems of work

 
Shift Pattern

• 4 on / 4 off
• 2 days followed by 2 nights
• 7 repetitions per cycle
• Followed by an 18-day break

This pattern offers an excellent balance between work and personal time.
 
What We''re Looking For

• Recognised Electrical qualification (HNC, NVQ Level 3+, or equivalent)
• Strong electrical maintenance and fault-finding background
• Good working knowledge of instrumentation systems (apprenticeship time-served preferred)
• Experience interrogating PLCs for diagnostics
• Experience with AC & DC variable speed drives
• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and instrumentation diagrams
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to support mechanical tasks when required
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety standards within a manufacturing environment

 
Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Free company products
• Discounts on food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms
• Employee wellness programmes including:
• Employee Assistance Programme
• OnDemand GP service
• Free early access to pay scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Employee referral scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

 
If you''re an experienced Electrical Engineer or E&I Technician looking for a secure role within a large, reputable manufacturer, with excellent time off and long-term prospects, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

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