Electrical Maintenance Engineer (UK Visa Sponsorship)

The Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer position in Chippenham offers an exciting opportunity within a cutting-edge packing facility that is renowned for its stability and growth potential. The role involves working collaboratively with a team of engineers to maintain a diverse range of machinery, including grading systems, hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical components.

This role not only includes handling both reactive and pre-planned maintenance tasks but also offers comprehensive training and development opportunities. Employees benefit from various perks such as an extra day of holiday for perfect attendance, discounts on gadgets and access to a cycle-to-work scheme. The company places a strong emphasis on mental health support and provides convenient shuttle bus services from nearby towns, making the position both rewarding and accessible.

In addition to a competitive annual salary of up to £38,700, the role features a structured shift pattern of four days on and four days off, alternating between 12-hour day and night shifts. The position also offers substantial opportunities for career advancement, including potential promotions to team leader or supervisor roles.

Employees can further benefit from overtime opportunities, free parking and a government pension scheme with a personal contribution of 3% – 5%. With 22 days of annual leave plus Christmas and New Year’s Day off, alongside support for further training and development, this role provides a comprehensive and supportive work environment, ideal for individuals seeking long-term career growth in the engineering sector.

Employment Type: Full-time.

Annual Pay: £38,700.

UK Visa Sponsorship: Available for qualified candidates.

Location: On-site in Chippenham.

Reference: Stonegate

Benefits

Additional Holiday: Receive an extra day off if you maintain 100% attendance.
Long Service Award: Special recognition for long-term commitment.
Discounts: Enjoy discounts on a wide variety of gadgets.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Access to a program that makes cycling to work more affordable.
Shuttle Bus Service: Convenient transportation from Swindon and Chippenham, available in the morning and at night.
Mental Health Support: Comprehensive systems in place to support mental well-being.

Role Requirements

This role as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer involves working within our packing facility. You will collaborate with other engineers to perform both reactive and pre-planned maintenance on various types of machinery, including grading machines and mechanical systems such as hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, electrical cabinets and shaft drives.

Responsibilities

Reactive and Planned Maintenance: Carry out both immediate and scheduled maintenance tasks.
Machine Maintenance: Work on grading machines, pumps, shaft drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, three-phase motors, inverters, drives and automated machinery.
Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance: Perform maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems.
Fault Finding and Improvements: Identify faults, improve machine performance and enhance reliability.
Reporting: Provide updates and reports to the engineering manager and site services manager.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications: While any of the following qualifications are beneficial, you must have at least a basic qualification in engineering: Electrical apprenticeship, NVQ, BTEC Levels 1, 2 or 3 or similar qualifications.
Background: Experience in FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) or manufacturing is ideal.
Experience: Fundamental knowledge and experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance are required. Training will be provided as needed.

Training

On-the-Job Training: Practical training will be provided in the role.
Further Courses: Opportunity to attend NVQ courses in Mechanical or Electrical engineering.

Salary

Annual Salary: Up to £38,700.

Shifts

Shift Pattern: Four days on, four days off, alternating between 12-hour day shifts (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.) and 12-hour night shifts, with four days off between shifts.

Additional Benefits

Overtime: Additional earnings from overtime opportunities, potentially up to £4,000 – £5,000.
Free Parking: Complimentary parking facilities.
Pension Scheme: Government pension scheme with a personal contribution range of 3% – 5%.
Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within the company, including roles such as team leader, senior engineer and supervisor.
Training Support: Financial support for external training courses.
Holiday Entitlement: 22 days of annual leave plus Christmas Day and New Year’s Day off.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main responsibilities of the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer?

The primary responsibilities include performing both reactive and pre-planned maintenance on various types of machinery such as grading machines, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems. This involves fault finding, machine improvements and reporting to the engineering and site services managers.

What qualifications are required for this role?

While specific qualifications can vary, a basic engineering qualification is essential. Beneficial qualifications include an electrical apprenticeship, NVQ or BTEC levels 1, 2 or 3. Relevant experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance is also required.

What kind of experience is ideal for this position?

Experience in FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) or manufacturing environments is ideal. Fundamental experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance is also important, although on-the-job training will be provided.

What training will be provided?

On-the-job training is provided and successful candidates will also have the opportunity to attend NVQ courses in Mechanical or Electrical engineering to further develop their skills.

What are the working hours and shift patterns?

The role involves a shift pattern of four days on, four days off, alternating between 12-hour day shifts (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.) and 12-hour night shifts.

What is the salary for this position?

The salary for the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer role is up to £38,700 per year.

What additional benefits are offered?

Benefits include an extra day of holiday for perfect attendance, discounts on gadgets, a cycle-to-work scheme, a government pension scheme with personal contributions of 3% – 5%, free parking and opportunities for overtime earnings.

Is there support for career development?

Yes, there are substantial opportunities for career growth, including potential promotions to roles such as team leader or supervisor. The company also funds external training courses to support professional development.