Electrical Maintenance Engineer in Newport

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £58,000 + overtime (time and a half, double time on Sundays)
Hours: 40 per week – rotating shifts (Mon–Thurs: 6–2 / 2–10 / 10–6, Fri: 6–11 / 11–4 / 4–9)
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, matched pension contributions up to 6%, additional holiday cover pay

The Role

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team. In this hands-on role, you will carry out both planned and reactive maintenance across a range of machinery, ensuring downtime is kept to a minimum and equipment operates at peak performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct reactive maintenance and fault finding on electrical systems

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) to maintain reliability

• Diagnose and repair issues with motors, drives, sensors, relays, and PLCs

• Work from electrical diagrams and technical manuals

• Maintain safe working practices and comply with H&S regulations

• Collaborate with team members to deliver engineering excellence

Skills & Experience

• Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification (or equivalent)

• Proven track record in an electrical maintenance role

• Strong knowledge of AC/DC motors, inverter drives, electrical schematics

• Competence in PLC fault finding and input/output systems

• Background in manufacturing or heavy industry (desirable)

• Proactive, reliable, and able to work under pressure in a team environment

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £58,000

• Overtime pay at enhanced rates

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Matched pension contributions

• Opportunity to join a motivated, close-knit engineering team

Voceer presents this job opportunity for Pioneer Selection, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by Pioneer Selection, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.