Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Merthyr Tydfil

£42,000 to £45,000 – 3 shift

A well-established manufacturing business in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer following significant site investment.

Working on a 3‑shift pattern and reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing all production machinery, carrying out PPM, and responding to breakdowns to minimise downtime.

Role & Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical fault finding and repairs on production machinery
• Respond to breakdowns quickly to minimise downtime
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks
• Work with PLC‑controlled systems and industrial automation equipment
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery
• Diagnose faults using electrical schematics and technical manuals
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site procedures
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports
• Work closely with production teams to improve equipment reliability

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Time‑served or qualified Electrical Engineer (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Strong experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Solid understanding of fault finding on electrical systems
• Knowledge of PLCs, sensors, motors, and control panels
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive attitude
• Commitment to health & safety standards

Benefits Package

• A starting salary between £42,000 to £45,000
• Opportunities for technical advancement
• Enhanced Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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