Shift Electrical Engineer

Posted 5 days ago by Questech Recruitment Ltd

Location:
Borough Green, Kent
Salary/Rate:
£53,000 - £54,000/annum

Shift Electrical Engineer – Borough Green

Recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer in sustainable building solutions.

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a dynamic shift-based role in a forward-thinking, safety-first environment? We’re recruiting on behalf of our client, a market leader in sustainable construction materials, for a Shift Electrical Engineer to join their high-performing team.

The Role:

As a Shift Electrical Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of production shifts. You’ll be the go-to expert for electrical breakdowns, preventative maintenance, and plant performance monitoring. Your work will directly support the company’s mission to deliver high-quality, sustainable products while maintaining a zero-harm safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide immediate support for plant breakdowns and assist during peak production periods.
  • Carry out reactive and preventative electrical maintenance to reduce downtime.
  • Ensure all equipment is safe, secure, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
  • Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve plant reliability.
  • Support project work, shutdowns, and weekly maintenance schedules.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

  • Recognised qualification in electrical engineering (e.g. HNC, NVQ Level 3).
  • Strong experience in electrical maintenance within a production environment.
  • Basic PLC fault-finding skills and computer literacy.
  • A proactive, safety-conscious mindset with strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Flexibility to work shifts and provide cover when needed.

Why Join?

  • Be part of a company committed to carbon neutrality and innovation.
  • Work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas are valued.
  • Enjoy a varied role with opportunities to grow and develop your skills.

Location: Borough Green
Shift-based role – 4 on 4 off, nights and days

This role would suit someone with previous job titles such as; Electrical Maintenance Engineer / Electrically biased Maintenance Engineer / Maintenance Electrician / Electrical Technician / Shift Engineer / Multi Skilled / Dual Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical bias) / similar electrical engineering role.


Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career!

Type:
Permanent
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
jkl
Job ID:
223911137

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