Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Posted 12/05/2026 by Michael Page

Location:
Leicester, Leicestershire
Salary/Rate:
£59,306/annum

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a growing engineering team within an FMCG industry. This role focuses on maintaining and improving machinery to ensure efficient production processes.

Client Details

Our client is a well known UK manufacturer and are known for their focus on delivering quality products and maintaining high operational standards throughout their sites.

Description

  • Carry out maintenance activities in your area of responsibility, maximizing wrench time while following safety protocols.
  • Support continuous improvement using the PDCA cycle.
  • Provide feedback to planners and leadership to help optimize schedules, frequency, and parts planning.
  • Conduct pre- and post-maintenance quality checks.
  • Manage lubrication mapping and execution, and support the simplification and rationalisation of our lubricants.
  • Lead the root cause analysis sessions and offer technical expertise.
  • Promote and maintain strong 5S standards across the plant.

Continental shift pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off, 42 hours/week on average, including weekends, bank holidays, and night shifts (12-hour shifts)

Profile

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands-on experience.
  • Recognized electrical academic qualification.
  • Strong electro-mechanical knowledge.
  • Familiarity with CMMS and SCADA systems.
  • Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards. .
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Good communication.

Job Offer

  • Annual salary: £59,306.05 (including shift premium).
  • Quarterly performance bonuses
  • Visa sponsorship.
  • Relocation package.
  • Generous pension scheme: We double your contribution! You put in 5%, we add 10%.
  • Extended fully paid family leave: 10 weeks of parental leave and 26 weeks of extended leave.
  • Provided PPE: Uniforms and safety shoes provided, cleaned, and maintained on-site.
  • A 24-hour online GP for you and your family,
  • Free virtual physiotherapy,
  • A discounted gym membership,
  • Long service rewards,
  • Critical illness cover,
  • Electric car scheme,
  • Day off on your birthday,
  • Option to buy/sell holiday leave.

Type:
Permanent
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
JN -022026-6941069_1778589052
Job ID:
225098491

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