Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Panama Shifts

Port Talbot

Permanent

We’re working with a well-established, high-performing FMCG manufacturing business in Port Talbot who are looking to strengthen their engineering team with the addition of a Electrical Engineer.

This is a hands‑on, shift‑based role where you’ll play a key part in keeping production running efficiently, minimising downtime, and ensuring the reliability of critical manufacturing equipment. You’ll be joining a fast‑paced environment where engineers are trusted to take ownership, think proactively, and respond quickly to challenges on site.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a Panama (Continental) shift pattern, rotating between days and nights:

• 2 on, 2 off
• 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off
• Alternating weekly between days and nights

This offers a strong work‑life balance with regular extended time off.

Benefits

• Salary £47,000 including shift allowance
• 24 days holidays plus 8 bank holidays. You will need to keep 3 days of holiday aside for a 2 week Christmas shutdown
• Structured shift pattern with regular time off
• Stable and established manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to join a well‑supported engineering team
• Role with real responsibility and impact on production performance
• Company Pension
• Free on‑site Parking

Role Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across site electrical systems and machinery
• Responding to electrical breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime
• Diagnosing faults and implementing robust, long‑term fixes
• Working with PLCs and drives to fault‑find and support production equipment
• Supporting continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues and suggesting solutions
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and reports
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with health & safety and site compliance standards
• Working closely with production and other departments to keep operations running smoothly

Qualifications

• MUST have at least an NVQ Level 3/ City & Guilds Level 3 or HNC/ HND in Electrical Engineering
• Proven experience in an electrical maintenance role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong background in electrical fault finding and breakdown response
• Experience working with PLCs (Siemens preferred)
• Experience working with drives (essential)
• A hands‑on approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, production‑driven environment
• Good communication skills with the ability to liaise across departments

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