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Day Electrical Engineer

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer on behalf of their client based at their site in Leicester



This is a straight permanent position



 The Job:



The main purpose of a Maintenance Multi Skilled Engineer is to ensure the safe and continuous production of the plant by swiftly responding to any equipment failures and to adhere to an effective preventive maintenance program.



Ensure that the PPM schedule is adhered to and all relevant documentation is completed.

Ensure all statutory inspections are completed on time and any remedial works are logged.

Identify and implement improvements and be part of the continuous improvement culture.

Complete repairs and breakdowns in a timely manner and perform RCA's (Root Cause Analysis) to ensure corrective and preventative actions are completed.

Maintain the highest standards of housekeeping in a controlled 5S environment.

Liaise with external professionals and specialists, as necessary.

Comply with all company Health & Safety rules and be able to escalate any failures.

Work closely with the Engineering Supervisor and the Production Shift Managers.

Be part of an Engineering team dedicated to providing a world class service.

Be confident to communicate effectively and have the initiative to take the lead when required.

Hours of work are Monday to Friday 9am-17:30pm



Candidate requirements:



Essential Skills:



Strong verbal and written communication skills

Flexible approach to working.

Planned Maintenance

Reactive Maintenance

Fault finding and diagnostics.

PLC knowledge, HMI controls

17th/18th Edition.

Mechanical, Pneumatic and Hydraulics

Essential Qualifications:



Minimum 5 years' post qualification experience working in a fast-paced factory environment.

You must be qualified to minimum NVQ level 3 - or HND, HNC, ONC, City & Guilds etc. in a relevant subject.

Candidate requirements:



Real Living Wage Employer Accreditation

Structured Pay Scales with Opportunities for Progression

AE Pension Scheme

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Free Car Parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Product Discount

Company Shop

Free Flu Jab Vouchers

Supported Personal Development

EV Car Scheme

Simply Health Plan

Life Assurance Scheme

Free Mortgage Ad

For further information, please call our office on (phone number removed) or email: 



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Day Electrical Engineer

Leicester, UK
Full time

Published on 06/26/2025

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