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Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer

Pertemps
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10 months ago
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Job Title:Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer
Location:Redditch
Salary:41k+ Negotiable (4-day week) O/T available
Job Type:Permanent

The Opportunity:
We are recruiting for an Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer to join a leading aerospace company within the manufacturing sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic environment where you will be responsible for maintaining and improving key assets. You'll play a pivotal role in minimising downtime while ensuring smooth production output, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team of technicians.

The Role:

  • Ensuring all plant equipment is safe, operational, and maintained to a high standard.
  • Identifying and ordering spare parts through the EFACS system.
  • Collaborating with production teams to minimize downtime and achieve production targets.
  • Using the Shire system to complete maintenance documentation promptly and accurately.
  • Supporting and implementing plant improvement projects.
  • Deputising for the Senior Plant Engineer when needed.
  • Providing training and knowledge transfer to apprentices.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment
  • Strong technical knowledge across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and control systems.
  • Ability to work flexibly, including overtime and weekends when necessary.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to prioritize and adapt to changing demands.
  • HNC qualification in engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 5 year work history within the UK

What's On Offer:

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Opportunities for career progression and skill development
  • A chance to work within a supportive, collaborative team environment

Next Steps:
If you're a proactive and skilled Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer looking for your next challenge in plant maintenance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take your career to the next level!

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