Maintenance Engineer

We are seeking an Maintenance Engineer to join our clients busy, 24/7 manufacturing operation.Job title: Maintenance EngineerLocation: SandwichSalary: 48,000 + OvertimeHours: 4 on 4 off, rotating 12-hour days and nightsThe role:The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance and responding to breakdowns across a range of industrial machinery and production equipment.Benefits:25 days annual leave + bank holidaysPremium overtime ratePrivate health careDeath in serviceFree parking on siteFree hot drinksKey responsibilities would be to:Carry out PPM across production machinery and plant equipment to maximise reliability and operational uptime.Respond promptly to breakdowns, diagnosing faults and completing repairs to minimise downtime.Fault-find and repair equipment operating at voltages up to 440V, including control circuits, safety circuits and motor control systems.Diagnose faults across AC/DC motors, variable speed drives, sensors, actuators, switches, relays and other electrical components.Investigate recurring failures, identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat breakdowns.Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical drawings and equipment manuals to support fault diagnosis and repairs.Carry out inspections and routine checks to identify potential failures before they arise.Support machinery modifications, installations and continuous improvement projects.Ensure maintenance ..... full job details .....